Guidelines
for Requesting Assistance
The Fire Marshal Division is a support agency to assist local fire officials in determining the cause and origin of fires. A deputy fire marshal will be made available when requested by local fire/law enforcement official. The division cannot provide assistance to, or at the request of, members of the public.
The Fire Marshal Division is a support agency to assist local fire officials in determining the cause and origin of fires. A deputy fire marshal will be made available when requested by local fire/law enforcement official. The division cannot provide assistance to, or at the request of, members of the public.
When should you call?
When you want assistance in:
- Investigating large dollar loss fires.
- Investigating fires involving fatalities or serious injuries.
- Determining the fire cause.
How soon can you expect help?
- A deputy fire marshal will call you to gather information shortly after your request. An arrival time will be discussed.
What do you do prior to our arrival?
- Secure the scene until a deputy fire marshal arrives.
- Use local law enforcement if necessary.
How to contact us:
- During regular business hours call either the Bismarck office or a regional deputy See: http://www.ag.nd.gov/FM/Regions.htm.
- Explain that you are in need of the Fire Marshal's assistance at a fire investigation.