Creston Fire Department

06/22/2026

At 3:44 p.m. Monday, the Creston Fire Department responded to a report of a car fire in the Walmart parking lot. Engine 2’s crew arrived to find the interior burned, and they, along with additional firefighters who arrived, addressed the remaining hot spots. The car's owner said a lit cigarette was the source of the fire. The assignment was completed at 4:09 p.m. Greater Regional Health's Medics and the Creston Police Department were on scene for support.

06/16/2026

Check out Kameryn's Volunteer Story. We're looking for a few good volunteers and will be starting a Volunteer Training Class soon! If you are interested in applying, please go to www.crestoniowa.gov and click on the Employment Opportunities to find the Volunteer Application.

06/16/2026

At 6:38 p.m. Monday, the Creston Fire Department (CFD) responded to a collision between a motorcycle and a pickup truck at Sumner and W Adams St. Greater Regional Health’s Medic 1 and 2, along with the Creston Police Department, also responded. Initial reports indicate the southbound truck turned left onto Adams St, entering the path of the northbound motorcycle. Both drivers were transported by ambulance to the hospital. F & M Body Shop towed both vehicles. A complete police report will be published in the Creston News Advertiser. CFD returned to the station at 7:04 p.m.

06/11/2026

At 6:33 a.m., the US National Weather Service Des Moines Iowa issued a tornado warning for the region. By 6:44 a.m., trained storm spotters reported 70 mph wind gusts and half-dollar-sized hail six miles south of Creston. Severe weather caused significant damage across Union County.

The Creston Fire Department responded to a report of a hay bale fire at Adams/Union and Hwy 34. Although no fire was found, evidence indicated a hay bale had been on the roadway. However, downed power lines south of this location, caused by snapped poles, required the closure of Hwy 25 south of Hwy 34.

The Creston Police Department and Union County Sheriff's Office assisted stranded motorists in flooded areas, responded to an overturned semi on Hwy 34, and addressed numerous downed trees and power lines blocking roads throughout the city and county. This video provides a brief overview of the storm's impact.

06/11/2026

We are currently under a flash flood watch until 1:15 pm. We have local reports of flooding on S Sumner between Livingston and Hwy 34 among other areas in Creston. Additionally, fallen tree limbs are impeding travel and utility lines are down throughout the county. Be safe, Union County.

06/11/2026

Union County is under a tornado warning until 7:00 a.m. Expect strong winds, hail and power outages.

06/10/2026

As noted in our recent post on the live training burn, the original home was a balloon-frame structure with a newer addition. During training, fire spread much more slowly in the newer construction. The video below outlines the key differences and explains how modern building methods help slow the spread of smoke and flames.

All homes, regardless of construction type, should have enough working smoke detectors. For recommended placement, see the link in the comments. Closing bedroom doors while you sleep can help limit the spread of smoke and fire. "Close before you doze." Finally, have multiple exit routes, create an escape plan, and practice it regularly. If bedrooms are on the second floor, consider purchasing a fire escape ladder.

06/09/2026

Start practicing now, we hope to see you at the golf course on September 26!

06/03/2026

At 4:37 p.m. Tuesday, the Creston Fire Department responded to a broken 2-inch low-pressure residential gas line at Adams and Jarvis Streets, caused by a construction crew. The Creston Police Department rerouted traffic from Adams Street between N. Sumner and N. Spruce. The Fire Department assisted with traffic control and remained on standby until Alliant Energy shut off the gas and began repairs. Creston Fire completed their assignment at 5:38 p.m. and returned to the station.

05/28/2026