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PUBLIC NOTICE: FEMA funding request from Barnes County
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Notification is hereby given to the public that the Barnes County, North Dakota has requested funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for a proposed road inslope stabilization mitigation project along County Road 21.
FINAL PUBLIC NOTICE: FEMA to review and approve community-wide basement exceptions for Cass County under NFIP
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives final notice to the public of its intent to review and approve community-wide basement exceptions under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) that allow for residential basement construction below the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) in the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). These approvals will be conducted in accordance with Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.) § 60.6.
Community Event in Watford City Remembering the October Wildfires
Monday, August 4, 2025
The public is invited to attend Community Strong: Remembering the 2024 October Wildfires and Those Who Stood Together, an evening to honor the resilience of the community and the heroic efforts of first responders.
North Dakota Department of Emergency Services Changes Division Names
Thursday, July 31, 2025
The North Dakota Department of Emergency Services (NDDES) has announced updates to two division names following the passage of House Bill 1079, signed into law in 2025 and effective August 1.
NDDES Issues Notice of Intent (NOI) to Apply for FY 2025 State Homeland Security Grant Program
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
The North Dakota Department of Emergency Services (NDDES) is issuing a Notice of Intent to Apply for the FY 2025 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSP).
