Dayton Fire Department

09/29/2026

Just a few more days until our Dayton Fire Department Open House! We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon packed with hands-on learning, exciting demonstrations, and fun for the whole family.

Sunday, October 4, 2026
11:00 AM–2:00 PM
12260 South Diamond Lake Rd

Here’s what you can look forward to:
Live fire & equipment demonstrations
Helicopter landings
Inflatables
Food truck
Fire safety resources & more!

Come meet local first responders, explore emergency equipment, learn important fire safety tips, and enjoy an afternoon of family fun!

We will see you on Sunday!!

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, we remember, we honor, and we will never forget. 🇺🇸

08/20/2026

Hey Dayton!👋

We are hiring a Part-Time Duty Crew Firefighter! This position responds to fire, rescue, medical, and other emergency incidents, participates in training and maintenance activities, and provides fire safety education and community relations to the public.

To view the full job description, application requirements and additional details, please visit the city website at www.daytonmn.gov/employment

08/17/2026

Hey Dayton! 👋

Join us on Sunday, October 4th, 2026 from 11:00a - 2:00p at City Hall (12260 South Diamond Lake Rd) for an exciting afternoon of fire safety, education, demonstrations, and family fun

Experience:
Live fire & equipment demonstrations
Helicopter landings
Inflatables
Food truck
Fire Safety Resources & more!

Come learn about fire safety, explore emergency equipment, meet local first responders, and enjoy activities for the whole family!

We look forward to seeing you there!

07/06/2026

Hey Dayton! 👋

A project to improve the control system of the largest coordinated outdoor alarm siren system in Minnesota is underway in Hennepin County. The nearly 300 city-owned sirens countywide will receive a new, modernized control system.

As the work moves across the county, the public may occasionally hear brief “growl tests” of 10-15 seconds meant to test individual sirens in their neighborhoods. Notices of these tests come from both city and county sources (email communications, etc.). During monthly drills, some residents may notice minor changes or delays in siren sounds. These are not malfunctions. Instead, they are the effects of technicians working to fit two systems' tests into the same time period.

Learn more by visiting the City website to read the full article and additional details: https://www.daytonmn.gov/news_detail_T2_R72.php

Learn more about Hennepin County News & Updates: https://www.hennepincounty.gov/government/news-events/news-releases

04/03/2026

Thank you Anoka-Champlin Fire Department for the opportunity to train together!

03/28/2026

Burn restrictions are in place across much of Minnesota, including Hennepin County!

“A Red Flag Warning means fires can spread quickly and grow out of control under the predicted weather conditions, including strong winds and low humidity.”

Red Flag Warning

Due to dry conditions, high winds, and low humidity, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning starting Saturday (3/28) starting between 10 AM to noon and until 7 PM for the following counties:

Aitkin, Anoka, Becker, Benton, Big Stone, Blue Earth, Brown, Carlton, Carver, Cass, Chippewa, Chisago, Cottonwood, Crow Wing, Dakota, Dodge, Douglas, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Goodhue, Grant, Hennepin, Houston, Hubbard, Isanti, Itasca, Jackson, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Lac Qui Parle, Le Sueur, Lincoln, Lyon, Martin, McLeod, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Mower, Murray, Nicollet, Nobles, Olmsted, Otter Tail, Pine, Pipestone, Pope, Ramsey, Redwood, Renville, Rice, Rock, Scott, Sherburne, Sibley, St. Louis, Stearns, Steele, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Traverse, Wabasha, Wadena, Waseca, Washington, Watonwan, Wilkin, Winona, Wright, Yellow Medicine

While the Red Flag Warning is in effect:
Burning restrictions are in place for many counties: mndnr.gov/burnrestrictions

Don’t burn brush and yard debris!

Check recent campfires and any burning done recently to ensure the fire is out COLD!
Be extra cautious with outdoor activities that could produce heat or a spark.

Remember, only you can prevent wildfires!

10/05/2025

Our Open House starts in 30 minutes, hope to see you there! 🚒 🚑 🍕

09/30/2025

🚨 The annual Dayton Fire Department Open House is this Sunday, October 5th, from 11am - 2pm! 🚨

We will have:
- Pictures with Sparky 📸
- Helicopter landing 🚁
- Green mill food truck 🍕
- Firetrucks 🚒
- An ambulance 🚑

And more! We hope to see you there!!

07/28/2025

While it may seem like a good idea to peak outside as things seem to be quiet right now… we do have another strong band of weather coming in.

Please stay indoors and stay safe.