Mora Area Fire Department Relief Association

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

This Memorial Day, Mora Area Fire Department extends our deepest gratitude to all who gave their lives protecting the freedoms we hold dear. We also keep their families, friends, and fellow service members in our thoughts.

As we gather with loved ones today, let us take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor those who served with unwavering courage.

🇺🇸 Never Forgotten. Always Honored. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Two minutes — the time it takes to brush your teeth, load the dishwasher or tidy up your desk.

But could you and your loved ones get out of your home in that amount of time?

On average, that’s how long people have to escape during a fire, and that time begins when the fire starts.

That’s why it’s so important to have working smoke alarms and a fire escape plan — so you’re alerted as quickly as possible and you know exactly how to get out.

In the first four months of 2026, there have already been 35 confirmed fire deaths.

Last year, there were 61 fire deaths in total. Even one death is too many.

Make a plan, test your alarms and practice your escape plan.

05/17/2026

Crews are working to contain the Stewart Trail Fire, about three miles north of Two Harbors, that has already burned 375 acres and led to highway closures in the area. https://www.fox9.com/news/minnesota-wildfires-stewart-trail-fire-two-harbors-may-16?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=trueanthem&utm_source=facebook

05/17/2026

UPDATE: Firefighters and aircraft are battling the fast-growing Flanders wildfire east of Breezy Point in Crow Wing County on Saturday. Officials say the fire has grown to an estimated 600 acres, and evacuations are underway. FULL STORY: bit.ly/4dqZu90

05/16/2026

Due to dry conditions, high winds, and low humidity, the National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for today, May 16, for parts of central and northeast Minnesota.

While the Red Flag Warning is in effect:
❌ Don’t burn brush and yard debris!
❗️Campfires are discouraged in the are where Red Flag Warnings are in effect
⚠️Be extra cautious with outdoor activities that could produce heat or a spark. Campfires are discouraged.
👀Check ash piles from wood-burning stoves or heaters and any recent fire for lingering heat. Embers can stay hot for days, even months, and rekindle in Red Flag conditions. If you find heat, drown with water, stir, and repeat until it's out COLD.

Check current fire danger and burning restrictions at mndnr.gov/burnrestrictions

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's day to all you amazing Moms out there!! We appreciate you and hope you have the best day!

05/08/2026

Don’t let your fire be the one that gets away this fishing opener! ❤️‍🔥🐦‍🔥
Fire danger has been increasing due to dry and windy weather.

Follow these wildfire prevention tips to drastically reduce the chances of your fire getting away.

Always:
• Keep it small, not tall. Campfires should be 3 feet high by 3 feet wide or smaller.
• Build campfires in a fire pit or rock ring to keep it contained.
• Clear all flammable material 5 feet around the fire.
• Always stay by your fire.
• Make sure it’s out cold. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave!

Play it safe; if fire danger is high or the weather is dry and windy, consider foregoing the campfire this weekend.

Learn more about campfire safety at www.dnr.state.mn.us/wildfire/prevention/campfiresafety.html

05/08/2026

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for 26 counties in parts of central and northwest Minnesota, effective today, May 8, from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. due to low relative humidity and high winds.

Impacted counties include Becker, Benton, Big Stone, Cass, Chippewa, Clay, Crow Wing, Douglas, Grant, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Lac Qui Parle, Mahnomen, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Norman, Otter Tail, Pope, Sherburne, Stearns, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Traverse, Wadena, and Wilkin.

When a Red Flag Warning is in effect:
🚫 Don't burn brush or yard waste.
⚠️ Be careful with any outdoor activity that can cause heat or sparks. Metal from yard equipment that hits a rock could create a spark. Park vehicles and ATVs on gravel or pavement to avoid the hot exhaust systems heating nearby tall grass.
❗️ Campfires are discouraged during a Red Flag warning. If you do have a campfire, follow proper campfire safety tips: clear any flammable items 5 feet around the campfire area, keep it contained in a fire ring, keep it small, always attend your fire, and put it out COLD. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave.

For current fire danger and burning restriction information, visit mndnr.gov/burnrestrictions

05/08/2026