Morehead Fire Department

05/29/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT

West Main St. will be closed in front of the new Morehead Fire Station June 1–2, 2026 due to construction.

Drivers should expect delays and follow posted detours.

Please plan ahead and use caution in the area. Thank you for your patience as we continue improvements to serve our community!

05/20/2026

We’ve Launched a New City Website!

The City of Morehead is proud to introduce our newly redesigned website; created to better serve our community with easier access to information, services and resources.

Residents can now enjoy a more user-friendly experience, updated department pages, and improved access to forms and online facility reservations.

We invite you to explore the new site today:
www.morehead-ky.gov

05/13/2026

Sign up for the new Rowan County Alert system.

Rowan Alert – Sign Up Today

Rowan County has officially transitioned from the Rave alert system to Everbridge, our new emergency notification platform.

This upgraded system, will provide important notifications such as:

• Tornado Warnings
• Severe Thunderstorm Warnings
• Flash Flood Warnings
• Snow and Ice Advisories
• Road Closures due to construction
• Other emergency notifications affecting your area

Important: Even if you were previously signed up for Rave/Reverse 911, you must register again in Everbridge to continue receiving alerts.

Rowan Alert is:
• Location-based
• Free to residents
• Customizable (text, call, and email options)
• Designed to avoid unnecessary notifications

We strongly encourage residents to create an account using the link below so alerts can be tailored as accurately as possible to your location and notification preferences.

Sign up here:
https://member.everbridge.net/index/76589467435147

If you do not have time to create a full account right now, you can still receive limited updates by texting:

• ROWANWEATHER to 888777 for weather alerts
• ROWANROADS to 888777 for road alerts

While texting these keywords will provide important updates, creating a full account provides more accurate, location-based notifications specific to your area.

We encourage all residents to take a few minutes to sign up and stay informed.

By working together and staying informed, we continue strengthening preparedness across Rowan County.

05/11/2026

MFD had a great time at Clearfield Elementary’s Career Day last week, sharing what it’s like to be a firefighter and helping inspire future first responders!

04/15/2026

RED FLAG WARNING – WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16

Today is a Red Flag Warning Day, meaning conditions are extremely dangerous for fires. Warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds are combining to create a high risk for rapid fire spread.

We are also still in the NO BURN SEASON.
All outdoor burning is prohibited at this time.
Please do your part to keep our community safe:
Do not burn trash, brush, or debris
Avoid activities that could spark a fire
Report any signs of fire immediately

Let’s work together to prevent wildfires and protect lives and property.

04/08/2026

Vehicle fire reported on US 60 near the City Park entrance. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes if possible.

04/07/2026

FYI

04/06/2026

Today, we remember the firefighters who tragically lost their lives at the Island Fork Fire, which occurred 27 years ago on this date in Rowan County. Kevin Rex Smith and Kenneth Allen Nickell, who were firefighters with the Route 377 Volunteer Fire Department, perished in the wildland fire due to the unforeseen interaction of strong winds and complex terrain. This rapidly spreading, high-intensity fire prevented them from using escape routes to reach a safety zone. We honor our fallen heroes here in Kentucky, who have bravely sacrificed their lives to keep us safe.

04/01/2026

Fire Alert

The Morehead Fire Department is responding to a structure fire in the area of South Blair Street and West Main Street.

Both roadways are closed for an extended period of time.
Please avoid this area and use alternate routes to allow emergency crews to operate safely.

We appreciate the public’s cooperation.

03/31/2026

A fire is currently impacting the Morehead Recycling Center. We ask that the community please stay clear of the area for your safety and to allow our firefighters to continue their response without interference. Thank you for your cooperation and support.

Triplett St. from the Splash Pad down is currently closed.