EDGERTON – Governor Laura Kelly joined Johnson County Fire District #1 for its hose uncoupling ceremony celebrating its newly constructed Fire Station #81.  

“With this new station, the equipment to help, and the leadership to guide them, Johnson County Fire District #1 is primed and ready to continue answering the call, whether right here in Johnson County – or across the state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Their job is a calling that transcends zip code as they continue living out that motto of ‘stronger together.’ I am proud of their work, and I’m pleased to celebrate the district’s new chapter.” 

Johnson County Fire District #1 is part of the Johnson County Wildland Fire Taskforce. In March, the taskforce was deployed to Hutchinson to fight the Cottonwood Complex Fire. 

Photos of the event for media use can be found below: