North Dakota Forest Service

Grant money available for small North Dakota fire departments

Manvel, ND Fire Department Cooperative Fire Protection AssistanceBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR-KFGO) — The North Dakota Forest Service is accepting applications for the Cooperative Fire Protection Assistance program. Grant funds are available to enhance fire protection and prevention capabilities of North Dakota’s fire departments. Applications will be accepted from fire departments that serve a population of 10,000 or less. Funds may be…

Fire Officials Are Preparing For A Problematic Fire Season

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Drought conditions and an early thaw are factors contributing to an earlier and longer-than-average spring fire season. Fires have already started across the state, including a fire that burned about 1,200 acres near Menoken. “We usually get relief coming into winter time. We usually get some snow packs to relieve the drought and that dry fuel. But…

North Dakota Forest Service provides tips to stay safe while grilling

FARGO, N.D.–The North Dakota Forest Service is providing tips for safe grilling as the number of grill fires peak during the month of July. The Forest Service says grilling can be a safety concern and a fire hazard so making sure grills are only used outdoors and kept clean after each use is important. Both propane and charcoal grills should…

North Dakota Forest Service Issues Very High Fire Danger Rating for North Dakota

The fire danger rating is issued once a day for each of North Dakota's 53 counties.

NORTH DAKOTA–The state of North Dakota has been issued a high or very high fire danger rating for Friday. A high fire danger rating means that fires start easily from all causes and have the potential to spread rapidly. Unattended brush and campfires are common starters of wildfires. The fire danger rating is issued once a day for each of…