West Fargo Fire Department

Sandy’s Donuts closed until Friday after rooftop unit nearly catches fire

All locations will be closed on Thursday, January 12

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Sandy’s Donuts is closing all of its locations until Friday. In a Facebook post, they wrote that one of their rooftop units at their production facility nearly caught fire. The West Fargo Fire Department was able to get there quickly and prevent the unit from going into flames. Sandy’s says nothing was damaged other than…

“Battle of the Badges” urges people to donate blood

A friendly competition between law enforcement agencies encourages the community to donate blood.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Throughout the week, the West Fargo Fire and Police Departments team up with Vitalant in the fourth annual Battle of the Badges. More than 100 donors had the option to vote for Team Fire or Team Law. Team Fire is the defending champions, but Vitalant says the donations are a win-win for everyone. “The police…

Heating Safety Tips for the Winter Months

WEST FARGO, N.D. — With the chilly weather just beginning, it’s important to keep your home warm and safe for the winter months. As temperatures decline, the demand for electricity and heaters is rising. Space heaters and portable electric heaters can be a valuable source for extra warmth during the cold winter months, but your safety should be a priority…

Mechanical Work Leads to Garage Fire in West Fargo

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Mechanical work on a motorcycle leads to a garage fire in West Fargo. The fire department was called out in the noon hour to 500 1st Avenue Northwest. When they arrived, they found heavy black smoke coming from the garage. Crews quickly knocked down and contained the fire. There is heavy smoke damage to the…

Storage unit fire raises awareness on dangers of living in them

A mattress caught fire and destroys a storage unit over the weekend, law enforcement says it was being illegally inhabited.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- A mattress caught fire and destroys a storage unit over the weekend, law enforcement says it was being illegally inhabited. The incident is raising awareness to the potential dangers of staying in unsuitable living areas. “You saw what happened last weekend, yes there is a lot of dangers, people use their space heaters or candles and…

Illegally Inhabited Unit Found During Fire At Storage Complex in West Fargo

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — A fire at a storage complex, that was being illegally inhabited, sends people to the hospital and causes significant damage to multiple units. West Fargo Fire was dispatched to West Fargo Storage Units around 2:30 Saturday afternoon. Crews arrived to visible flames. After further investigation, one of the units appeared to be illegally inhabited although…

Police takes on Fire Dept. for blood donations during WF Battle for the Badges

All the blood given at the West Fargo Double Tree will be given to Vitalant and sent to to 70 hospitals in the tri-state area.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It’s fire versus police in a battle for blood that benefits the community. “We’re very fortunate to partner with the West Fargo Fire and Police Departments for this event. You know, they’re leaders in the community. We like using their influence for the good cause,” said Vitalant Donor Recruitment Representative Jessica Kinzler said. This is the…

UPDATE: Northern Metal Recycling A Total Loss After Fire

Crews are currently fighting a defensive fire to isolate and stabilize the building.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR-UPDATE 5:10PM 12/27/21) —  West Fargo Fire Department has put out a fire at Northern Metal Recycling, 654 9th Street NW. They say it was out around 4 p.m. Monday afternoon and the building is considered to be a total loss. The cause of the fire is under further investigation. **ORIGINAL STORY BELOW** West Fargo, ND (KVRR)…

Moorhead tragedy hits home for Minnesota woman

Brundidge lost five family members to CO poisoning in Louisiana after Hurricane Laura

COTTAGE GROVE, Minn. (KVRR) – “When I saw the story in Moorhead where seven people were in the house and there was no forced entry and the police went to check on them, because they hadn’t heard from them, family members hadn’t heard from them. I felt like I was living my situation all over again,” Media Personality Sheletta Brundidge…