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10/14/2026

A look inside our Fire Academy Level I live burn.

During Level I, our cadets observe how a fire develops and changes in a controlled environment, building their understanding of fire behavior before advancing to Level II, where they practice interior fire attack.

What a great day at the fire station!Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Fire Department Open House last Saturda...
10/13/2026

What a great day at the fire station!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Fire Department Open House last Saturday! From live fire demonstrations and antique fire truck rides to the kids' obstacle course and plenty of treats, we loved welcoming our community into the station.

A special thank you to our partners and vendors who helped make the day extra special: The Original Collins Brothers Towing, Edge Bar and Boutique, BrainFreezze, the American Red Cross, Jump City, Beaudry Oil and Propane, Elk River Fire Foundation and Elk River Fire Department Relief Association. We appreciate your support!

Thank you to everyone who came out to visit, ask questions, and spend part of your Saturday with us. We love being part of such a supportive community!

10/09/2026

Two-person crew? Check.
Line stabilization? Check.
Shiny fire trucks for Open House tomorrow? CHECK.

Come see us TOMORROW from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 3 - 9921 191st Ave NW, Elk River

We’re opening the doors at Fire Station  #3 TOMORROW, and we want to see YOU!Join us for our Annual Fire Department Open...
10/09/2026

We’re opening the doors at Fire Station #3 TOMORROW, and we want to see YOU!

Join us for our Annual Fire Department Open House from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for a day packed with FREE family fun!

- Live firefighter demonstrations
- Fire truck tours
- Spray house
- Kids obstacle course
- Antique fire truck rides
- Dunk tank
- Child Safe ID Kits
- Food & drinks
- Coffee cart
…and plenty of opportunities to explore, ask questions, and meet your Elk River firefighters!

Saturday, October 10
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Fire Station #3 - 9921 191st Ave NW

Bring the whole family. We’ll see you tomorrow!

6 Weeks Down!The academy cadets have been keeping busy! Over the past three weeks, they’ve been getting hands-on with fi...
10/07/2026

6 Weeks Down!

The academy cadets have been keeping busy! Over the past three weeks, they’ve been getting hands-on with fire behavior, ventilation, search & rescue, hose movement, and most importantly, learning to work as a team.

Firefighting is a team effort. Every skill they practice, every hose line they move, and every search they complete is about communicating, trusting one another, and working together.

These cadets are putting in the work, building their skills and learning what it takes to operate as a crew.

Here’s a look back at Weeks 4–6 of the Fire Academy!

10/05/2026

🏠 Everywhere you look… there’s a firefighter! 🚒

Our Fire Department is opening the doors, and you’re invited! Join us for our Fire Department Open House this Saturday, October 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 3!

Come hang out with your local firefighters and enjoy:

🔥 Live fire demonstrations
🏃 Kids obstacle course
☕ Coffee cart
🌭 Food & beverages
🚒 Antique fire truck rides
🍦 Ice cream truck
…and plenty of fun for the whole family!

Bring the kids, grab a friend, and come see what your fire department is all about. We’ll see you Saturday! 👋🚒

📍 Fire Station 3
📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 10:00 –2:00 p.m.

🚒 Fire Academy: 3 Weeks In! 🔥Our fire academy students are off to a strong start! Over the first three weeks, they’ve be...
09/18/2026

🚒 Fire Academy: 3 Weeks In! 🔥

Our fire academy students are off to a strong start! Over the first three weeks, they’ve been building the skills, knowledge, and teamwork needed to operate safely and effectively on the fireground.

Training so far has included:
Donning and doffing turnout gear and SCBA
Effective scene communications
Hands-on training with power tools and other scene equipment
Forcible entry techniques and practical application

From learning the fundamentals to putting those skills into practice, these students are working hard and getting valuable hands-on experience every step of the way.

🚒 A night of service, dedication and new beginnings.Last night, we had the honor of recognizing Terry Elliot for an incr...
09/09/2026

🚒 A night of service, dedication and new beginnings.

Last night, we had the honor of recognizing Terry Elliot for an incredible 34 years of service as a firefighter/EMT. After decades of answering the call and serving our community, Terry is now beginning his retirement. We are grateful for his years of dedication and commitment to our Fire Department and the people he served.

We also celebrated three firefighters who successfully completed their year of probation and received their badges. Congratulations to Josh Schwartz, Zach Saulter, and Cody Harff on reaching this important milestone and being officially sworn in as firefighters!

Please join us in congratulating Terry Elliot on his retirement and Schwartz, Saulter, and Harff on becoming officially sworn-in firefighters!

🚒 Class 14 has officially begun! 🔥Last night marked the first night of the Elk River Fire Academy – Class 14, and our ca...
09/03/2026

🚒 Class 14 has officially begun! 🔥

Last night marked the first night of the Elk River Fire Academy – Class 14, and our cadets came ready to learn, work hard, and get their hands dirty!

Over the next four months, these dedicated cadets will take part in extensive hands-on training, building the skills, knowledge, teamwork, and confidence needed to serve our communities as firefighters.

We’re excited to watch Class 14 grow together, face new challenges, and learn what it truly means to answer the call. ‍

Welcome to the Academy, Class 14!

UPCOMING TRAINING INVOLVING HELICOPTERSTraining will occur today, August 13, at 6:30 p.m. involving North Air Care at th...
08/13/2026

UPCOMING TRAINING INVOLVING HELICOPTERS

Training will occur today, August 13, at 6:30 p.m. involving North Air Care at the Sherburne County Fairgrounds. Helicopter air traffic will occur as part of the training. We ask that residents stay clear of the fairgrounds to ensure safe training for all involved.

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13073 Orono Pkwy NW
Elk River, MN
55330

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17636351100

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