06/04/2026
It's been a busy morning already for Grand Lake Fire Department.
At approximately 4:00 a.m., we were dispatched to a reported possible structure fire in Solway Township. Upon arrival, crews determined that no structures were involved; however, a wildland fire was actively burning in the area. While the fire was kept to under two acres in size, the location presented several challenges for responding personnel.
We would like to thank our mutual aid partners who responded to assist:
• Solway Volunteer Fire Department
• Hermantown Fire Department
• Canosia Volunteer Fire Dept
• Proctor Fire / Rescue
• Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Shortly after returning to service, Grand Lake Fire was requested to assist Fredenberg Fire Department with establishing a helicopter landing zone for a medical emergency.
Responding agencies included:
• Fredenberg Volunteer Fire Department
• Gnesen Volunteer Fire Department
• Mayo Clinic Ambulance Service
• Life Link III
Both incidents occurred in neighboring townships, highlighting the importance of mutual aid agreements and strong regional partnerships. We are proud to assist our neighboring departments when they need help, just as they are always ready to assist us when called upon.
This morning serves as a great reminder of why we work hard to build and maintain strong relationships with the agencies around us. Working together allows us to provide the highest level of service to our communities when emergencies occur.
Thank you to all of the responders who helped make both incidents successful and safe operations.
