Avoid a $250 fine – know the fireworks rules in Iowa City

Friday, June 1, 2018 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Brian Greer
Fire Department

Fireworks sales will begin in the state of Iowa on June 1 but using them within Iowa City’s city limits is and remains illegal. Novelty fireworks like sparklers and snakes, are allowed.

Enjoy a professional fireworks show at the conclusion of the Iowa City Jazz Festival on Sunday, July 1, 2018 . The show typically starts between 9:30 p.m. and 9:45.

A reminder about the firework restrictions within the City of Iowa City:

Firework use

Iowa City prohibits the...

Register now for Emergency Services Youth Summer Camp

Monday, May 21, 2018 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Brandon Smith
Fire Department

Students grades 6-12 are invited to join Iowa City firefighters, police and Johnson County Ambulance Service for a hands-on, summer fun experience!

The 2018 Emergency Services Youth Summer Camps are free to participants, and expose kids to the work emergency responders do to keep the community safe. Youth will practice fire skills, like ladders and hoses, emergency response tactics, like CPR and first aid, and interact with police tools, like the K9 unit and bomb squad. The camp is also designed to help develop leadership, decision-making and self-confidence skills....

Iowa City Fire Department investigating home fire

Monday, May 7, 2018 - 8:30am
Fire Department

The Iowa City Fire Department is investigating a fire that occurred at 3010 Cornell Avenue.

Firefighters responded at 12:55 a.m. on Sunday, May 6, 2018, to a report of a house on fire. The arriving crew found a working fire on the exterior of the duplex extending into the interior portions of the structure. Sixteen firefighters extinguished the fire in approximately 70 minutes. No injuries were reported.

The Iowa City Fire Department was assisted by the Iowa City Police Department, Johnson County Ambulance Service, Johnson County Emergency Communication Center, and Mid-...

Iowa City Firefighters to live train in a home ahead of controlled burn

Tuesday, May 1, 2018 - 9:00am
Fire Department

The Iowa City Fire Department (ICFD) will partner with ACT to conduct live fire training from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at a structure located at 2041 North Dubuque Road. The property was purchased by ACT and is being removed.

ICFD will use the interior of the house for several live fire situations to train newer firefighters, officers, and officer candidates prior to conducting a controlled burn of the remainder of the structure in the afternoon.

On the day of the burn, access to North Dubuque Road will be limited to equipment and service vehicles. The road...

Public safety training to take place at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area in Iowa City

Monday, April 23, 2018 - 4:45pm
Contact: 
Zach Hickman
Fire Department

Several local public safety agencies will undergo training from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, 579 McCollister Blvd.

As part of the exercise, teams will conduct searches throughout the Sand Lake area. The recreation area and the lake will remain open to the public, but community members will notice public safety personnel, equipment and vehicles on site.

Participating organizations include the Iowa City and Coralville Fire Departments, in addition to local law enforcement. For more information, contact Iowa City Fire...

Iowa City Fire Department responds to structure fire

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - 5:45am
Fire Department

At 1:48 a.m. on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, the Iowa City Fire Department responded to a report of a basement fire at 2251 Russell Dr. The first unit arrived on scene 3 minutes after notification and reported a working basement fire with smoke showing from a single-family ranch style residence. All occupants had evacuated the building prior to the arrival of the fire department. The fire was contained to the basement and extinguished within 23 minutes after arrival.

The residence sustained fire damage to the basement and smoke damage throughout the building. A loss estimate is not...

A flyer promoting community autism day.

Families welcome to celebrate Community Autism Day with public safety agencies

Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - 11:45am
Fire Department

Come meet firefighters, law enforcement officers and paramedics in a fun, safe and controlled environment during Community Autism Day in Iowa City.

The event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, April 16, 2018, at Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, 579 McCollister Boulevard. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Families are invited to explore a fire truck, squad car and ambulance. Children will learn about how public safety officials can help during emergencies, and also how they can help during an emergency.

In case of inclement weather, the event will move to...

Iowa City Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire

Tuesday, March 20, 2018 - 8:00am
Fire Department

On Sunday, March 18, 2018, at 7:52 p.m., the Iowa City Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 2160 Davis St.

Firefighters arrived and found smoke and flames coming from the residence. Firefighters quickly entered the fire building and the adjoining residence at 2162 Davis St. and confirmed all occupants were out. The fire was brought under control in about 30 minutes.

The Iowa City Fire Department was aided by the Iowa City Police Department, Johnson County Ambulance Service, Red Cross, and Mid American Energy.

The cause remains under investigation.

Iowa City Fire responds to a fire at 817 S. Capitol St.

Update: Investigation complete in February Capitol Street fire

Monday, March 5, 2018 - 10:00am
Fire Department

Update: 03/05/2018 at 10 a.m.

The Iowa City Fire Marshal has completed its investigation into the fire that occurred Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, at Republic Services, 817 S. Capitol St. The investigation found that the area of origin and the cause of the fire are classified as "undetermined."

For more information, contact Fire Marshal Brian Greer at 319-356-5257 or brian-greer@iowa-city.org .

Original message: 02/16/2018 The address of the fire location has been updated since the...

Iowa City Fire Department responds to apartment building fire

Friday, March 2, 2018 - 7:30am
Contact: 
Greg Tinnes
Fire Department

At 7:13 p.m., on Thursday, March 1, 2018, the Iowa City Fire Department responded to a report of an attic fire at 433 South Johnson St. The first unit arrived on scene 3 minutes after notification and reported a working fire with smoke and fire coming from the eaves of a three-story apartment building. Most occupants had evacuated the building prior to the arrival of the fire department. The fire was contained to the attic and extinguished within 50 minutes after arrival. The apartment building sustained significant fire damage. A loss estimate is not yet available and cause of the fire...

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