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Harvest Season Brings More equipment to North Dakota Roads; Be Alert
North Dakota Vision Zero reminds everyone to stay alert across North Dakota roadways as motorists can expect to share the road with more combines, tractors and other farm equipment as harvest approaches. Drivers are reminded to slow down, stay alert and use patience when approaching or traveling near agricultural vehicles.
In addition, several LaMoure County Roads will have delays or detours as projects near completion for the Summer of 2026. For more information, contact the LaMoure County Highway Department at 701-883-5131.
For statewide road construction projects, call 511 or go to the travel information map at https://travel.dot.nd.gov/
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National Preparedness Month: Americans Stand Ready
Each September, FEMA's Ready Campaign celebrates National Preparedness Month. This month recognizes that small steps in preparedness make a big difference. The theme for 2026 is: Americans Stand Ready. This theme, as stated by FEMA, reflects the unity, resilience and resourcefulness that make our county strong. By taking even small actions, Americans can contribute to the safety and security of the entire nation. Specifically: Be in the Know - sign up for local alerts and know where to get local information. Make a Plan - have a plan for your family, business and loved ones that has contact numbers, medical information and meeting places. Build a Kit - have a kit with essentials when you travel, an emergency kit in your residence and in your car. Be there for your Community - Take a CPR class, check on neighbors and help others! https://www.ready.gov/stand-ready
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Planning an Open or Controlled Burn? Call it in First.
LaMoure County residents are strongly encouraged to check the North Dakota Fire Danger Map each morning as well as the National Weather Service for conditions that may occur over the day. Residents must also contact the State Emergency Communication Center at 701-328-9921 to report open burning with location, time and responsible contact information. More information on Open Burning can be found: https://lamourecountynd.com/open-burning-guidance
There are drought conditions in our area and across the state. Thus, extra precautions and planning should be done before each Open or Controlled Burn.
Governor Kelly Armstrong issued a statewide fire emergency declaration on Friday, August 7, 2026. Link for the press release shown here: https://www.governor.nd.gov/news/armstrong-declares-statewide-fire-emergency-drought-intensifies-wildfire-risk-increases
The declaration activates the State Emergency Operations Plan and directs all state agencies, including the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services, Forest Service and National Guard, to maintain a high level of readiness to combat fires.
The declaration is in effect until December 1, 2026, unless rescinded. The declaration DOES NOT include any state-level burn restriction verbiage.
