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The Union County Sheriff's Office coordinated an Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response (ALERRT) training event this we...
08/30/2026

The Union County Sheriff's Office coordinated an Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response (ALERRT) training event this weekend at Southwestern Community College. The Active Attack Integrated Response (AAIR) component is a 16-hour, 2-day multi-agency training program designed to improve coordination between law enforcement, fire, telecommunicators, and EMS during active threat events. The training starts in the classroom and then moves to live simulations with actors and responders. Jim Stover from the Iowa Department of Public Safety's Governor's School Safety Bureau led the training, along with three other certified instructors.

Agencies participating in the training included the Union County Sheriff's Office, Creston Police Department, Union County Iowa Emergency Management , Afton Police Department, Afton Volunteer Fire Department, Clarke County Sheriff's Office, Osceola, Iowa Police Department, Harrison County Conservation Board, Iowa, Greater Regional Health, and Creston Fire Department. Dispatchers from the Union County and Adair County Sheriff's Offices also took part, sharing scenario details with first responders over the radio. We hope this training is never needed, but we always want to be ready.

At 12:56 p.m. on Saturday, the Creston Fire Department, Creston Police Department, and Greater Regional Health Medics re...
08/23/2026

At 12:56 p.m. on Saturday, the Creston Fire Department, Creston Police Department, and Greater Regional Health Medics responded to a report that a child had been hit by a vehicle at Howard and Maple. Police arrived first and saw that the child was walking around. It was reported that the bike's brakes were not working, which caused the child, heading north, to ride into the path of an eastbound SUV pulling a utility trailer. The SUV hit the bike, but the child rolled away before the bike went under the trailer. Medics treated the child for road rash and checked for other injuries. The child was not taken to the hospital by ambulance and was left with responsible adults. Firefighters cleared the scene at 1:18 p.m.

08/23/2026

ONE MONTH TO GO!

In just one month, the skies over Southwest Iowa will once again come alive with colorful hot air balloons, smiling faces, and unforgettable memories.

Whether it's your first visit or your favorite annual tradition, we can't wait to welcome you to the 48th Annual Southwest Iowa Balloon Races.

Who's counting down with us? 🎈

PC: Chuck Spindler Photography

At 10:04 p.m. on Wednesday, the Creston Fire Department received the report of an explosion and flames in the alley of t...
08/20/2026

At 10:04 p.m. on Wednesday, the Creston Fire Department received the report of an explosion and flames in the alley of the 500 block of N Cherry St. Upon arrival, firefighters found an illegal burn at the residence. They extinguished it, completed their assignment, and returned to the station at 10:16. The Creston Police Department were also on scene to provide assistance.

At 4:07 p.m. on Thursday, the Creston Fire Department responded to an accident on Hwy 34 near 190th Street, along with G...
08/14/2026

At 4:07 p.m. on Thursday, the Creston Fire Department responded to an accident on Hwy 34 near 190th Street, along with Greater Regional Health's Medic 1 and the Union County Sheriff's Office. First responders found a Jeep Cherokee that had left the roadway and rolled several times. The driver was out of the vehicle and walking when emergency services arrived. The driver stated they swerved to avoid a small animal, overcorrected, and lost control, causing the vehicle to roll into the ditch. The driver was transported to the hospital. Creston Fire completed their service at 4:30 p.m. and returned to the station.

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08/11/2026

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The Creston Fire Department participated in the National Night Out sponsored by the Creston Police Department last Tuesd...
08/11/2026

The Creston Fire Department participated in the National Night Out sponsored by the Creston Police Department last Tuesday evening. Unfortunately, rain moved in a cut the event short, but there was still a lot of fun for kids and information for adults. It was a great to gather so many community services and supporters together, including the Union County Sheriff's Office, Iowa State Patrol, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Greater Regional Health, Diversified Towing and Recovery, LLC, Southwestern Community College, Walmart Creston, Sleep in Heavenly Peace - IA, Union Co. and many others. Thanks to the Union County Cattlemen grilling the burgers and hotdogs!

The Creston Fire Department responded to a vehicle accident at Hwy 34 and Osage/Pole Rd on Sunday at 2:51 p.m. Greater R...
08/10/2026

The Creston Fire Department responded to a vehicle accident at Hwy 34 and Osage/Pole Rd on Sunday at 2:51 p.m. Greater Region Health's Medic 1 and 2, Creston Police Department, and the Union County Sheriff's Office also responded. The accident happened when a northbound Kia Rio pulled in front of a Nissan Rogue traveling eastbound on Hwy 34.

Airbags deployed on the Kia. Medics checked the driver, who declined hospital transport. The Rogue's driver and passenger reported no injuries. The accident left debris and automotive fluids on the roadway, which firefighters removed. F & M Body Shop towed both vehicles. The CFD completed the assignment at 3:34 p.m.

In July, the Creston Fire Department took part in hands-on vehicle extrication training. This training helps firefighter...
08/09/2026

In July, the Creston Fire Department took part in hands-on vehicle extrication training. This training helps firefighters stay ready to safely take apart crashed vehicles and rescue people who are trapped inside.

The training starts with checking for hazards and making sure the vehicle is stable so it does not move during the rescue. Firefighters disconnect the battery to lower the risk of fire and prevent airbags from going off by accident. Depending on where the patient is, glass is either broken away from them or taped before removal. "Peeling and peeking" means pulling off the inside plastic trim to find hidden gas inflators, airbag canisters, and seatbelt tensioners before any cutting begins.

Only then does the work of using spreaders and cutters begin: popping doors and cutting door hinges to create an unobstructed work environment for first responders. Training was also conducted on cutting posts to make a full roof removal or a roof flap, leaving it partially attached.

Earlier in July, firefighters utilized this type of training when a vehicle flipped onto its side on Hwy 34. They partially removed the roof to reach the injured driver.

We appreciate Hulett and Sons Auto Salvage for providing three vehicles for our training.

Rain or shine come on out for tonight for National Night Out from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Union County Law Enforcement C...
08/04/2026

Rain or shine come on out for tonight for National Night Out from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Union County Law Enforcement Center, 302 N Pine Street.

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500 N Sumner Avenue
Creston, IA
50801

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