Hibbing Fire Department

05/23/2026

Great job Grady!!!

A congratulations is in order for Explorer Captain Grady Gibeau, who has successfully passed his National Registry test and is now officially certified as an EMT.

05/14/2026

Department staff are currently working a grass wildfire near the intersection of Townline Road and County Road 444. The call came in around 1:05 p.m. today (Thursday). Other agencies are assisting. Crews have a good handle on the 3 to 4 acre burn, according to the fire chief.

05/08/2026

Congratulations to the Minnesota North Paramedic Program students that earned their certificates and were pinned yesterday! We are proud of you and the hard work and dedication you have put in over the last 18 months.

We have 3 of our own members in this class that we are very proud of!!! Blaine, Dylan and Spencer 🚑 🚑 🚑

05/04/2026

Thanks to C and L Distributing for the donation of beverages in honor on International Firefighters Day.

05/04/2026

Women Explore Fire Day at Hibbing Fire for Region 3 was a success! Even with just 2 gals participating, they had an action filled day with us- including visits from the DNR and Lifelink III . They had opportunities to visit and ask questions of the crew members, as well as climbing the aerial (105 feet), spraying water from a charged hoseline, and using the extrication tools.

Many thanks to the participants!!
Elizabeth and Heba-🚨🚒🚑👩‍🚒
HFD crew- Bernie, Desiree, Jake
Hibbing DNR-- Amber and Kayla 🌞🌲🌳🌞
Life Link III Pilot Dave, RN Chevy and Medic Alex 🚨🚁🚨🚁
📸📸📸Photographer Jen Sparks Creative Sparks Photography 📸📸📸

Thank you to all that spent time working on making this event a success!! 😀👩‍🚒Kristi 👩‍🚒

05/01/2026

TOMORROW!!!!!!!

04/17/2026

04/16/2026

THANK YOU TO JACK & DON’S

Over the last few days our crews have had opportunities to practice extrication training at Jack & Don’s. With the donation of vehicles we have been able to practice our extrication techniques as well as other aspects of our job.

Thank you for your continued support of our department!

04/09/2026

HFD to host Women Explore Fire Day Minnesota Statewide Event

Fire departments across Minnesota are joining together for Women Explore Fire Day Minnesota, a coordinated statewide initiative designed to introduce women to careers and volunteer opportunities in the fire service.

This collaborative effort brings together local departments, regional fire associations, and state fire service partners to address recruitment needs while creating a welcoming, hands-on experience for participants in all 15 regions in the state on May 2, 2026.

Women Explore Fire Day Minnesota offers women the opportunity to experience the day-to-day responsibilities of firefighters and first responders in a supportive, engaging environment. Participants rotate through interactive stations led by female firefighters and department members, gaining realistic insight into training, teamwork, and emergency response operations.

Hands-on activities may include:
• Operating extrication tools
• Climbing aerial or ground ladders
• Participating in emergency medical scenarios
• Donning and doffing turnout gear
• Advancing a charged hose line
• Medical skills stations
• Visits from Lifelink III and the Hibbing DNR

The event is part of a proactive effort to address staffing challenges facing departments statewide, particularly in rural communities. As senior firefighters retire, departments must recruit and retain the next generation of responders to ensure emergency medical and fire response services remain strong.

Currently, women make up approximately 9% of firefighters nationwide, underscoring a significant opportunity to expand the talent pool within the fire service.

Women Explore Fire Day Minnesota aims to break down misconceptions and eliminate barriers that may prevent women from considering the fire service. While firefighting may not be the right fit for everyone, the event allows participants to explore the role firsthand and make informed decisions about serving their communities.

Organizers from all 15 regions across Minnesota believe this initiative strengthens not only recruitment efforts but also collaboration across the fire service. By creating inclusive opportunities and increasing awareness, departments are working to build a resilient workforce that reflects and supports the communities they serve.
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Regional Event Information
Region/Host Department: Hibbing Fire Department (Region 3)
Event Date: Saturday, May 2
Time:
9:30 am Registration
10:00 am Start
Location: HFD Headquarters at 2320 Brooklyn Dr., Hibbing

MUST register on the Women Explore Fire website: https://womenexplorefire.com/

No sign up on the day of the event.

Participants will have to sign a waiver of liability to participate in the different stations.

We welcome ages 16 and older to sign up to participate!
(ages 16 and 17 will need a parent to sign the waiver of liability)

Questions can be directed to:
Captain Kristi McCormick,
218-312-1598 or [email protected]

Join Us for a Hands-On Opportunity to Explore Volunteer, Paid On-Call, and Full-Time Firefighting Near You May 2, 2026!

04/08/2026

Hibbing, Keewatin, Chisholm, and Virginia firefighters were dispatched this morning to a report of a trailer house fire in Hibbing. The fire was reported around 9:35 in the 3700 block of 9th Avenue West. Firefighters discovered a small fire in the house, which was quickly extinguished. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Hibbing Fire Marshal’s Office.