NDResponse is the state’s one-stop-shop for communicating timely and accurate information to citizens during emergencies and disasters. As the state coordinating agency during disasters and emergencies, NDDES is a significant contributing agency to NDResponse.
Disasters can impact underserved populations disproportionately. Intentionally leading with an equitable approach better allows emergency management to protect the whole community, creating a more resilient North Dakota.
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Locals Request Mutual and State Aid to Respond to Grass Fires in McKenzie County
Friday, March 28, 2025
Two wildland fires started in McKenzie County near Watford City yesterday, March 27. When local resources were overwhelmed, officials within the State Emergency Operations Center dispatched state resources to join the fight.
Armstrong declares statewide fire emergency as drought conditions persist, wildfire risk remains high
Monday, March 10, 2025
Gov. Kelly Armstrong today signed an executive order declaring a statewide fire emergency and activating the State Emergency Operations Plan as above average temperatures and below average precipitation continue to exacerbate drought conditions and increase the risk of wildfires.
North Dakota Prepares for Earlier, and Longer Spring Fire Season
Friday, March 7, 2025
Lower than average precipitation and above average temperatures are combining to look like an earlier and longer spring fire season for North Dakota.
Planned Maintenance Will Cause Temporary 911 Outage to Landlines in Several North Dakota Counties
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
The planned outage affecting multiple North Dakota counties' 911 service has been rescheduled and is now expected to only impact certain landlines.
Planned Maintenance Will Cause Temporary 911 Outage in Several North Dakota Counties
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Alternative numbers are available if the planned maintenance results in an interruption of 911 service in the affected counties.
