Fire Prevention in Dickinson

The Dickinson Fire Department actively engages in educating citizens in fire inspection and prevention for businesses as well as residential properties. Click to learn more:

Commercial Fire Prevention

Residential Fire Prevention

Fireworks Restrictions

The Dickinson Fire Department reminds the citizens of Dickinson that discharging fireworks within city limits is not allowed. Please view the public display to be held on July 4th at the DSU Outdoor Arena. Have a safe and injury free 4th of July.

Fireworks Safety - Click here for Fireworks Safety tips.

Fire Safety Campaign

The Dickinson Fire Department has begun its annual fire safety campaign, along with the National Fire Safety Council, in preparing for this year’s program.

The department is mailing letters to area businesses, asking for support in funding this program. Those who support the program receive acknowledgment on the prestige page of all manuals the children receive. All contributions are tax-deductible.

In recognition of taking an active interest in the fire safety of the Dickinson community, Dakota Production Service Inc. has received the 2010 Fire Department Community Service Award.

Pictured: Theresa Steier, McKenzie Steier, (Russ Steier not avaiable available photo)
of Dakota Production Services Inc. and Cheif Chief Sivak

We look forward every year to providing these safety manuals to elementary students in the area and thank everyone for their past support.

What is Carbon Monoxide?

Carbon monoxide (CO) “The Silent Killer” is a colorless, odorless and deadly gas. Because you can't see, taste or smell it, carbon monoxide can kill you before you know it's there. At lower levels of exposure, carbon monoxide may cause numerous health problems.

Symptoms of CO poisoning may be as follows:

Slight headache and dizziness
Nausea
Drowsiness and euphoric feeling
Confusion and irritability
Unconsciousness
Death

Everyone is at risk for carbon monoxide poisoning. Some individuals may be more vulnerable to poisoning , such as unborn babies, infants, children, senior citizens and people with heart of lung problems.

How can I protect my family?

Install at least one CO alarm near sleeping areas
Warming vehicles should be done outside of the garage with all building doors closed
Have a trained professional inspect, clean and tune up your home’s central heating system and repair leaks or other problems; fireplaces and woodstoves should also be inspected each year and cleaned or repaired as needed
Keep gas appliances properly adjusted and serviced
Never use a gas or charcoal grill inside your home or in a garage
Portable generators must be used outside.Never use them indoors, in a garage or in any confined area that can allow CO to collect.