The Moscow Volunteer Fire Department (MVFD) has over 90 volunteers providing fire protection service, and EMS service to the City of Moscow, and EMS service within the Rural Fire District (128 square miles). Presently, there are eight City of Moscow Fire Department employees providing administrative oversight, and three positions as career Paramedic/Firefighters to support our volunteer department.
Fire Prevention
Year round our volunteers and City of Moscow administrative team are working towards community education and fire prevention programs.
To schedule a tour of the Fire Station, or request a presentation contact;
Dan Ellinwood, Division Chief/Fire Marshall 208-882-2831 or fill out the contact us form.
For the Community
- Install and regularly test smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway, and level of your home.
- Create and practice a home fire escape plan with all family members.
- Keep anything that can burn at least three feet away from heat sources.
- Never leave cooking unattended—stay in the kitchen when using the stove or oven.
- Properly dispose of fireplace ashes in a metal container, away from the home.
- Avoid overloading electrical outlets and replace damaged cords immediately.
- Store flammable liquids in approved containers, away from ignition sources.
- Teach children about the dangers of fire and matches/lighters.
For the Department
- Conduct regular community fire safety education programs.
- Perform annual fire inspections of local businesses and public buildings.
- Maintain and test all firefighting equipment according to NFPA standards.
- Provide ongoing fire prevention training for all members.
- Partner with schools for fire safety education and evacuation drills.
- Track and analyze fire incident trends to improve prevention strategies.
- Promote seasonal safety campaigns (e.g., holiday fire safety, wildfire awareness).
House Number Campaign - "Help Us, Help You"
In the event of an emergency, every second counts. Please have your address visible so our first responders can find you easily.
Your address numbers should;
- Use Large Numbers (we recommend numbers that at 6″ tall, bold and a contrasting color from your house paint)
- Be visible at night
- Visible from the street (day and night)