Our offices will be closed today, Friday, April 18th, in observance of Good Friday. We will reopen on Monday. Chiefs: Please contact State Radio to dispatch the on-call deputy.

It was #OnThisDay in 1930 that a prison in Ohio claimed the lives of 320 inmates, making it one of the worst prison disasters in U.S. history. Check out this great video on the fire ⬇️ youtube.com/watch?v=0QXv5r…

We want to take a moment to thank our fantastic team members, Marcy and Nichole, on this #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay and shout them out for all the work they do to support our mission!

One spark. One mistake. One wildfire. When fire danger is high, skip the campfire and obey burn bans. Let’s keep North Dakota safe!

🔥 It’s Arson Awareness Week! 🔥 This year’s theme: Preventing Arson in the Wildfire Environment – A Community Approach. Stay alert. Report suspicious activity. Protect your property. Together, we can stop wildfire arson before it starts.

Yesterday marked the 40th anniversary of the Valley Parade Stadium fire that occurred in Bradford, West Yorkshire, England, on Saturday, May 11, 1985. We covered the tragedy in this month's #HotTopicsBlog: bit.ly/4j3m0pp

We want to take a minute to thank and recognize our EMS partners across the state. We honor the everyday heroes who respond to emergencies with skill, speed, & compassion. From structure fires to highway accidents, EMS professionals are the heartbeat of emergency response in ND.

This weekend, we honor the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms. Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 26. Chiefs, please contact State Radio to dispatch the on-call deputy fire marshal. Have a safe and enjoyable #MemorialDay weekend.

FEMA has announced $396 million in grant funding through the FY 2024 SAFER and Fire Prevention & Safety (FP&S) programs to help fire departments and firefighter support organizations Learn more & apply here: fema.gov/press-release/…

We’re hiring two Deputy Fire Marshals in Devils Lake and Williston. Join our team to investigate fires, inspect buildings, and promote fire safety across North Dakota. Apply now: bit.ly/3y2EVg8

Join us for our next virtual Lunch 'N Learn, where we'll discuss firework safety and codes. It's happening on Tuesday, June 10th at 12pm CDT. Get registered: bit.ly/3SCcEGn

When staying in a rental home, always ask: Are there smoke and CO alarms? Where are the fire extinguishers? What's the escape plan? Your safety matters--don't be afraid to speak up. Fire doesn't care if it's your first night or your fifth.

Missed our latest Lunch 'N Learn on fireworks? We've got the recording available here: bit.ly/4kZ8SDz

Safety Stand Down: Pause. Reflect. Improve. This week, we’re pressing pause to focus on what matters most—every firefighter going home safe. Review your gear. Refresh your training. Recommit to safety. Let’s stand down today so we can stand strong tomorrow.

If you experience property damage due to recent or impending storms, documenting damage and knowing your coverage will help with the rebuilding and repairing process. We're always here to help you through the claims process: bit.ly/4lj84Jf

Safety is a Team Sport. During Safety Stand Down Week, remember: your crew is your family. Speak up about unsafe practices. Support wellness and rest. Check your SCBA. Inspect your gear. Review your SOPs. Train like lives depend on it... because they do. We're stronger together.

The statewide fire statistics for May are now available to view on our statistics dashboard. Check it out: bit.ly/43WvluH

Get registered for our next Lunch 'N Learn - preparing your certificate of existence! Learn more and register: bit.ly/4k7g5A2

Soak it before you toss it! We're teaming up with Bismarck Rural Fire Dept. + local businesses for the Bucket Brigade — pick up a FREE bucket at area fireworks stores & help prevent fires by soaking your used fireworks.

We hope you have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July holiday. Our offices will be closed on Friday, July 4th, in observance of the holiday. #IndependenceDay