Our area is currently in a Red Flag Warning. No outdoor burning is allowed in Manhattan. Any fires that start may grow quickly and be difficult to control. Be cautious while using charcoal grills and smokers.

Garage Fire Wednesday Morning - mailchi.mp/cityofmhk/garage-…

Come join us at our annual Open House on Sunday, October 13 from 11-3. We will have interactive activities for the kids, fire trucks and equipment displays, and a live fire demonstration.

** We are hiring Student Firefighters! ** Join our team and see what it's like to be a firefighter without having to sacrifice school. Must be a full-time college student at KSU, MCC or MATC to apply. Interested? Apply by February 25th at cityofmhk.com/jobs.

Home fires occur more in the winter than in any other season. With the weather getting rapidly colder, be careful with those space heaters and make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are working!

Happy Thanksgiving from MFD! We are thankful to serve such a great community. Remember to cook responsibly and eat lots of turkey!

Alcohol and cooking don't mix. Order delivery if you have been drinking. #FirePreventionWeek

Don't let a busy day distract you from what you are cooking. #FirePreventionWeek

The only thing that should be on the stovetop or in the oven is a pot or pan of food. #FirePreventionWeek

Smother small fires with a lid. Do not put water on a grease fire! #FirePreventionWeek

Don't leave those delicious smells all alone. Stay in the kitchen when you cook on the stovetop. #FirePreventionWeek

37% of cooking fires are the result of not paying attention to what is cooking. Don't let distractions lead to a fire. #FirePreventionWeek

Come out and see us on Sunday October 15 at our annual Open House! Lots to see and do for all ages. Learn cooking safety tips and how to prevent the most common cause of home fires.

This year's #FirePreventionWeek theme is "Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention". Follow @ManhattanFD and @NFPA for simple but important actions you can do to stay safe when cooking.

Fireworks are best left to the professionals. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a professional display. If you choose to discharge fireworks, please be aware of the hazards and be courteous to your neighbors. Rules and safety info here cityofmhk.com/2116/Fireworks…

Update on Garage Fire on Colorado Street - mailchi.mp/cityofmhk/garage-…

Firefighters treating a cat rescued from a duplex fire on Pottawatomie Ct. - mailchi.mp/cityofmhk/duplex-…

Structure Fire on North Dartmouth - Structure fire at 156 North Dartmouth was contained within 30 minutes this evening.

*Correction* House Fire on Yuma Street - mailchi.mp/cityofmhk/house-f…

House Fire on Yuma Street - mailchi.mp/cityofmhk/house-f…