Thank you for stepping up to the plate when needed

​​While 2021 has certainly put up a fight to be even more challenging than 2020, there are still many reasons to be appreciative. ​Chief Deputy State Fire Marshal Amanda Swenson​​ explains in her article.
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Resources galore! Today's Minnesota fire service

Minnesota firefighters have long been coming together to trade stories and support each other. But there is one key difference between firefighters from 100 years ago and today's fire service. Steve Flaherty talks about the difference in his article.

What can Minnesota Task Force 1 do for you?

Minnesota Task Force 1 (MN-TF1) was founded in 2003 to improve the state's ability to respond to a large-scale natural or manmade disaster, particularly involving a heavy structure collapse. MN-TF1 Administrator Pete Knaeble explains in his article what resources are available to the Minnesota fire service.

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Help us help you have a speedy fire investigation

Training outdoors during the cold-weather months can be brutal. We have a better option. Chief Fire Investigator Jim Iammatteo talks in his article about a great training session to consider at your station this winter.

Show you're thankful: Give the gift of fire safety and prevention

If you're like Kathi Osmonson, you have plenty to be thankful for this holiday season. Add keeping your family members safe to the list. Osmonson explains in her article.

Wildfires: Preventable, not inevitable

Minnesota just had one of the most active wildfire seasons in recent history. This year's drought made them seem inevitable – but the fact is, humans cause 90% of wildfires. That means we can prevent them, too. Learn what you can do right now in this Department of Public Safety blog.