Coeur d’Alene, Idaho (CNN)BOISE, Idaho (AP/CNN) — Firefighters were ambushed by sniper fire while responding to a blaze in a northern Idaho mountain community Sunday, killing at least two people and unleashing barrages of gunfire over several hours in an attack the governor called a “heinous” assault. The Kootenai County Sheriff’s Office said crews responded to a fire at Canfield…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Fargo Fire Department is about to open the application process to become a firefighter. No prior firefighting experience is required to apply. You must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or GED. In previous years the department had low numbers of recruits applying. But this past year numbers shot back up with…
North Dakota Forest Service firefighters Hunter Noor, Jon Cooper and Logan Ripple provide aid in Craig, Colo., July 4, 2018. A bill under consideration by lawmakers would enhance the retirement benefits of state firefighters. (Provided by North Dakota Forest Service)BISMARCK, N.D. (North Dakota Monitor) — State firefighters may soon be able to retire 10 years earlier as the North Dakota…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO)- Firefighters responded early this morning to 901 42nd Street South. Heavy smoke was coming from the garages but fire crews were able to get a quick knockdown. It appears at least three units were damaged. Crews were on scene for about 3 hours and police units were also on scene. Fargo police say there has been a…
WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Local firefighter recruits are undergoing training in West Fargo. They started field training on Tuesday by putting out basic car fires. “Today they are starting with their initial fire training with actual live fire, so we’re just developing a comfort level as they approach a fire as we advance to more advanced fires in the…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — If you’re looking for a change, Fargo Fire Department wants you to consider a career in public safety. They are seeking applicants to join the department’s ranks of firefighters. You must be at least 18, have a valid driver’s license and have completed 60 college semester hours or credits to apply. The hiring process includes written…
UNITED STATES (KVRR) — Senators Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota and Kevin Cramer of North Dakota are leading a bill to expand Public Safety Officer benefits for firefighters across the country. “Across this nation, firefighters are there for us without hesitation. They’re there for us day or night, 24/7. They’re there when we need them and it’s my hope and…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — One person is forced out of their south Fargo house after a fire in a second floor bedroom. It was reported around 7:45 last night at 1541 14 1/2 Street South. Firefighters arrived to see smoke coming from the roof and encountered high temperatures while searching for the location of the fire. They quickly got the…
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KVRR/KFGO) — Minnesota Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar and North Dakota Republican Sen. Kevin Cramer are teaming up to support firefighters. They have introduced a bill to extend disability benefits to firefighters who become disabled due to cancer caused by carcinogenic exposure. The Honoring Our Fallen Heroes Act would also expand access to federal support for the families of…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Firefighters are called to three dumpster fires within 30 minutes in downtown Fargo. Crews responded to the first fire at around 3:30 a.m. near 12th Street and 1st Avenue North. They were then sent to another dumpster fire in the 800 block of NP avenue. That fire extended into a former lumber store causing more damage….
