Ames Fire Department

06/01/2026

🚒👨‍🚒 MEET THE RECRUIT 👩‍🚒🚒

Please join us in welcoming Recruit Crum to the Ames Fire Department Recruit Academy!

Below is a little more about Recruit Joe Crum including some fast facts, their favorite quote, and what they are most excited for during the Academy. 🔥

The Recruit Academy is filled with challenges, teamwork, and plenty of hands-on training! We’re excited to watch each recruit grow throughout the process. Be sure to follow along as we post weekly recaps of their journey through the Academy! 👏

06/01/2026

🚒👨‍🚒 MEET THE RECRUIT 👩‍🚒🚒

Please join us in welcoming Recruit Buttermore to the Ames Fire Department Recruit Academy!

Below is a little more about Recruit Alex Buttermore including some fast facts, their favorite quote, and what they are most excited for during the Academy. 🔥

The Recruit Academy is filled with challenges, teamwork, and plenty of hands-on training! We’re excited to watch each recruit grow throughout the process. Be sure to follow along as we post weekly recaps of their journey through the Academy! 👏

06/01/2026

📊 May Snapshot 📊

With severe weather season in full swing and summer just around the corner, Ames Fire Department crews responded to 596 calls for service throughout May, continuing dedicated service to the community. So far in 2026, crews have responded to a total of 2,737 incidents.

These incidents included:

327 Medical Incidents
129 False Emergency Incidents
19 Fire Incidents
57 Service Incidents
30 Hazardous Situation Incidents
3 Technical Rescue Incidents

Each incident highlights the wide range of services our crews provide every day. We appreciate the continued support of our community as we share monthly response statistics and highlight the work our crews do each month. 🚒

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05/30/2026

Stop by and see us at the Ames Farmers Market until 12:30 p.m. today!

Our firefighters are offering hands-on fire extinguisher training for both kids and adults. Whether you’re learning for the first time or want a refresher, this is a great opportunity to build confidence and fire safety skills.

We’re also happy to answer any questions you have about fire safety, emergency preparedness, or the Ames Fire Department.

05/29/2026

The 2026 Recruit Academy Classroom and Gear Rack is set for Monday morning when the Ames Fire Department welcomes seven new Recruits!

The Recruits will be spending the next 11 weeks learning a variety of fire, EMS, and technical rescue skills. Stay tuned as we will introduce each Recruit along with weekly recaps of their journey through the Academy.

05/27/2026

05/21/2026

Ames Fire Department - All Stations are currently on scene at North Grand Mall for a structure fire. The main fire has been extinguished and crews are currently overhauling and looking for hotspots.

05/18/2026

⛈️🌪️ May Safety Tips 🌪️⛈️

May’s safety tips are brought to you by the Ames Fire Department as part of our monthly safety series—helping keep our community safe year-round! 🚒

With severe weather season ramping up across Iowa, now is a great time to review a few important safety reminders:

✅ When severe weather hits, know your safest room location ahead of time.
✅ Build and keep a small emergency kit ready for when severe weather strikes.
✅ Power outages are bound to happen—always use flashlights and not candles.

A little preparation now can make a big difference when severe weather moves into the area. Stay informed, stay prepared, and stay safe! 👍

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05/14/2026

🚒🔥On May 9th, 2026, members of the Ames Fire Department conducted live fire training within an acquired structure. 🚒🔥

The training allowed firefighters to operate in an unfamiliar environment while observing real fire behavior, heat conditions, and smoke progression throughout the structure. Crews utilized Thermal Imaging Cameras (TICs), practiced hoseline deployments and advancements, completed vent-enter-search drills, and conducted overhaul operations throughout the different evolutions.

Prior to demolition, the structure served as a valuable training resource for multiple agencies and disciplines. All Fire Department Crews along with the recent Recruit Academy utilized the house for search operations, firefighter survival training, ladder skills, hoseline movements, and overhaul operations. Additionally the Ames Police Department also conducted various movement and clearing exercises within the structure.

Training opportunities like these would not be possible without the coordination, preparation, and support of numerous individuals throughout the process. Acquired structure training continues to provide invaluable experience for responders while strengthening the skills needed to safely and effectively serve our community. 👨‍🚒🏠🔥

05/12/2026

Today, members of the Ames Fire Department and Ames Police Department had the opportunity to spend time with Ames Middle School 8th grade students who have an interest in careers related to Law Enforcement, Public Safety, Corrections, and government service. 🚒🚓

Students rotated through five hands-on activities designed to provide real-world insight into public safety operations, including:

🩸 Stop the Bleed training
🧗 Rescue training scenarios
⚙️ Technical rescue and mechanical advantage systems
🖐️ Fingerprinting and evidence collection techniques
🔥 Fire extinguisher training

The students were engaged throughout the day, asked great questions, and showed a strong interest in learning more about the different career paths within public safety. These interactive sessions gave students the opportunity to build new skills, learn about teamwork and problem-solving, and gain a better understanding of the work performed by first responders every day.

We appreciate the enthusiasm shown by the students and always enjoy opportunities to help inspire the next generation of public servants! 👏