Keewatin Fire Department

01/12/2026

The Keewatin Fire Department responded to a total 173 calls for help in 2025.

From medical calls to structure fires we’re here to help in time of need.

01/06/2026

01/02/2026

UPDATE:
Firefighters from several Itasca County fire departments were dispatched this morning to a house fire in rural Itasca County. The fire was near Balsam Township on Itasca County Highway 8. One initial report said the house was engulfed in flames. Departments responding included: Balsam, Nashwauk, Keewatin, and Taconite. The house is considered a total loss.

12/25/2025

From our family to yours we wish you a very safe and enjoyable Christmas.

12/24/2025

Nine fire departments from St. Louis and Itasca counties fought a large house fire this mornng in Silica Township, south of Hibbing. The fire was reported around 10:15 on Swan River Drive West. The house was engulfed in flames when crews arrived. No injuries were reported. The house is a total loss. Departments responding to the fire included: Silica, Hibbing, Goodland, Toivola, Meadowlands, Elmer,Nashwauk, Keewatin, and Cherry. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

12/20/2025

Today’s the big day!!! Watch for Santa as he rides around town in a fire truck from 11-noon then come down and see him at the old Boy Scout cabin from noon-2.

12/19/2025

🚨 Tomorrow’s the big day! 🚨

Who’s excited to see Santa ?

12/17/2025

It's time to let the secret out!

This Saturday when you come see Santa you'll be able to meet the two newest members of the Keewatin Fire Department.

Meet Engine 12 and Engine 31 from Eden Prairie. These trucks have replaced our yellow fire engines, are newer and are more equipped to allow us to better serve the community.

12/14/2025

🚨Only 1 more week until Santa will be in Keewatin! 🚨

12/12/2025

Flashback Friday! Picture details are unknown however it appears to be training on our ice rescue device.

12/12/2025

12/05/2025

Elf: Are you coming to Keewatin this year Santa?

Santa: Indeed I am, so please help spread the word!

🚨Santa will be in Keewatin Sat. December 20th 🚨

11Am to noon - watch for Santa as he rides around town in a fire truck.

12pm-2pm Santa will be at the old Boy Scout cabin across from the post office.
Anyone is welcome to come down and see Santa at the Boy Scout cabin. We’ll have candy bags and goodies for all ages.