Moorhead Fire Department

10/10/2026

When charging on a plane, keep portable charging devices on the tray table. Do not charge devices in overhead compartments and never charge e-cigarettes or vapes on a plane. If a battery overheats or fails, it is important for the flight crew to be able to respond quickly.

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10/10/2026

Charge large items like e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside when possible. Do not block exits when charging. These batteries store more energy, and fires can grow quickly if they fail.

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10/10/2026

Unplug your device when it is fully charged. Leaving it plugged in longer than needed can increase heat and stress on the battery.

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10/10/2026

Stop using your device right away if the battery smells strange, is warm to the touch, makes popping noises, changes in shape or color, or if you see smoke. If it is safe, move the device away from anything that can catch fire. A damaged battery can overheat and start a fire.

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10/09/2026

Charge on a hard, flat surface like a table, desk, or floor. Beds, couches, and pillows can trap heat and block airflow, which can cause a battery to overheat.

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10/09/2026

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or ones approved by the manufacturer. Using the wrong charger can damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

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10/09/2026

The Moorhead Fire Department is teaming up with NFPA to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week™, October 4 -10, Charge into Fire Safety™: Safe Charging Is a Superpower. Help us spread the word that everyday actions can help prevent lithium-ion battery fires. Use your charging superpower by making smart choices every time you plug in.

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10/08/2026

Yesterday, the community came together to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the 11th Street Underpass, a transformative project years in the making. This new corridor will significantly improve access through our city and support safer, more reliable response routes for emergency services.

The Moorhead Fire Department is excited to see this roadway open and ready for use. Enhanced connectivity means we can continue serving our community with improved efficiency.

Thank you to everyone who joined the celebration, and to all the partners who made this project possible.

09/23/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us at last night’s Community Open House at Station 1. It was a fantastic turnout, and we appreciated the opportunity to share more about our department and the tools and resources we use to serve you.

We are honored to serve the Moorhead community!

09/23/2026

Our team at Moorhead Fire counts on the amazing dispatchers at Red River Regional Dispatch Center every day…and they’re hiring. If you care about helping people and want a job that truly matters, this could be a great fit. No experience? That’s okay — they’ll teach you everything you need.

Take a look at the openings and see if this might be your next step toward making a real impact in our community.

ANSWER THE CALL. SAVE LIVES.

Looking for a high-energy career where you actually make a difference? RRRDC is hiring Public Safety Telecommunicators (PSTs)! Be the vital link between our community and emergency responders.

No Experience? No Problem. We offer a 100% paid, 7-month+ intensive training program that gives you all the tools, skills, and confidence you need to succeed as a 9-1-1 PST.

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Next interviews: October 2026 | Start date: January 2027