Menomonie Fire Department

06/07/2026

MFD is so very sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts are with Chris’ family, friends, and the Durand Fire Department during this difficult time.

With profound and heartfelt sadness, we have to announce the passing of Firefighter Chris J. Bates. Chris joined the Durand Fire Department in 2007, served as a Lieutenant and Training Officer on the department and was a current Senior Member. Chris was an amazing firefighter and US Marine Veteran. More importantly he was a brilliant husband, father and grandfather to his family. Rest easy brother, we’ll take the watch from here. Godspeed Chris Bates.

06/02/2026

Tonight your Paid on Call Firefighters trained on high angle rescue using a rescue tripod, ropes and rigging equipment on the Station 2 hose tower and from the Ladder 4 platform. Teams simulated raising a patient from a multi-story fall. Battalion Chief Mucks and the duty crew did an excellent job running the training scenarios.

05/25/2026

Today is not just another day off. MFD remembers and honors those who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. May they never be forgotten.

05/18/2026

Today marks the beginning of National EMS Week! Menomonie Fire Department is very proud of our staff and the services they provide for our community. We also extend our appreciation to the outstanding EMS agencies that surround us:
Dunn County First Responders
Colfax EMS
Boyceville EMS
Elmwood EMS
Spring Valley EMS
Glenwood City EMS
Durand Ambulance
Dallas Ambulance

Take a second this week to thank your local EMS providers!

05/04/2026

International Firefighters' Day (IFFD) is observed annually on Monday, May 4, 2026, to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of firefighters worldwide. Thank you to all the men and women across the world who have accepted the responsibility of being called upon by your community in an emergency and putting your own safety at risk to help others.

05/03/2026

May is National Stop the Bleed Month. This training is designed for everyone and can save lives when injuries occur. Below is a 2 minute video overview of what the Stop the Bleed initiative is all about, so take a look!

128 likes. "How To STOP THE BLEED® | ACS"

04/22/2026

It’s Administrative Professionals Day and we are proud to acknowledge our own Executive Assistant Nicole!

Nicole does so many things daily to keep us always ready and moving forward that we would be lost without her. Thank you Nicole for everything you do for us and the community!

04/13/2026

🚨🌩️ Severe weather is possible tonight 🌩️🚨

The latest from the Pros over at US National Weather Service Twin Cities Minnesota. Give it a quick look and stay weather aware.

In the meantime:
👉 Secure loose outdoor items
👉 Charge your phone
👉 Keep an eye on the sky (and the radar)

We’ll be here if you need us, hopefully just watching the storm roll through 👀

Stay safe!

04/05/2026

C Shift says Happy Easter

01/06/2026

Tonight during Paid On Call training, POC Firefighter Blake Paulson was recognized for hitting the 5 year mark of service. We value Blake’s time and efforts in serving his community and look forward to many years to come. Please help us give Blake some congratulatory praise!