1. Each spring, the Fire Marshal may declare an open burning period, dependent upon weather conditions. Items which may be burned during this period include garden waste, brush and tree trimmings. Items which may not be burned include leaves, grass trimmings and rubbish containing paper products. Persons burning debris must be in legal control of the lot or parcel where burning is taking place. Other requirements include burning at least 25 feet from any building; keeping a garden hose or fire extinguisher handy; no burning after dark. Permits are not required; however, persons who do not meet all requirements may be subject to fines. The The Fire Marshal at (208) 882-2831 can answer any questions.
2. For yard waste disposal: tree limbs and yard waste items can be taken to the Moscow recycling center to be recycled into compost. If you are located outside Moscow city limits, the Idaho Department of Lands enforces state laws regarding open burning. They may be reached at their office in Deary: (208) 877-1121. For approved burning outside city limits, but within the Moscow Rural Fire District, we ask that you notify us early on the day of your burn: (208) 882-2831. We’ll pass along the information to our command personnel and our dispatch service (Whitcom). It’s really helpful to us to know where field burns are taking place each day.
3. Certain “APPROVED” outside burning appliances may be used year-round, for recreational use only (burning only clean dry wood) including: Chiminea’s and Outdoor Fireplace burning units. These burning appliances MUST always be operated with their metal mesh screens/spark arrestors/fire pit lids in place. If not in place, you are performing an illegal burn operation. It should be noted that these burning appliances give off a significant amount of radiant heat and need to be shielded on the bottom with patio blocks or other masonry type materials. They also need to be kept away from combustible materials (wood/vinyl siding) to prevent the radiant heat from starting other items or structures on fire.

No, we are not able to inspect or service fire extinguishers at any of our three fire stations. There are several businesses the area that are able to provide this service. Though we can’t recommend a specific business, a quick search online should lead you in the right direction.

If you would like to donate old fire extinguisher, we can use it for public education. Call our administrative office at 208-882-2831 to coordinate donation drop off.

Yes, we accept applications to volunteer year-round for volunteer EMT’s with certification and lateral volunteer firefighters. We also have a Student Resident Firefighter program staffed by 30 full-time college students.

Yes! We have a Student Resident Firefighter program staffed by 30 full-time University of Idaho, WSU, or LCSC college students. Residents are responsible for staffing fire apparatus and responding to emergencies in the City of Moscow and surrounding areas. For more information about the program, visit the link.

Please visit our donation page at; https://www.mightycause.com/organization/The-Volunteer-Fire-Department-Of-Moscow-Idaho

You can also mail a check to the Moscow Volunteer Fire Department, 229 Pintail Lane, Moscow ID 83843. Your donation is tax deductible.