SWAT Team to Hold Training in Fargo

Red River Valley SWAT Team will conduct exercises near Avalon Events Center

Feb. 4, 2026 at 10:47pm

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The Red River Valley SWAT Team will be conducting training exercises on Thursday, February 5th in Fargo, North Dakota. The training will take place from 4:00 to 9:00 PM on the 1000 block of 28th Street South near the Avalon Events Center. Residents may see officers carrying guns, SWAT vehicles with emergency lights, and hear loud noises and yelling during the training session.

Why it matters

SWAT team training is an important part of maintaining public safety and preparedness for emergency situations. The Red River Valley SWAT Team serves the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, and this training will help ensure they are ready to respond effectively to critical incidents.

The details

The Red River Valley SWAT Team will be conducting training exercises on Thursday, February 5th from 4:00 to 9:00 PM in the area around the Avalon Events Center in Fargo, North Dakota. During the training, residents may see officers carrying guns and SWAT vehicles with emergency lights, as well as hear loud noises and yelling. However, the Fargo Police Department has confirmed that no live ammunition will be used during the exercises.

  • The SWAT team training will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 4:00 to 9:00 PM.

The players

Red River Valley SWAT Team

A specialized tactical unit that serves the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, responsible for responding to high-risk situations and conducting training to maintain readiness.

Fargo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that oversees the Red River Valley SWAT Team and is responsible for coordinating the training exercises.

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The takeaway

This SWAT team training is an important step in ensuring the Red River Valley SWAT Team is prepared to respond effectively to critical incidents and maintain public safety in the Fargo-Moorhead area.