Iowa City Public Safety

Iowa City Public Safety Official Facebook account of the Iowa City Police Department and Iowa City Fire Department. If you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911.

The City of Iowa City's social media policy can be found here: https://www.icgov.org/social-media-policy. This is the official page for the Iowa City Police Department (ICPD) and Iowa City Fire Department (ICFD). Both agencies use this page to provide important and timely updates relevant to public interest as well as share information about events and occurrences within the departments.

Please note this page is not monitored 24/7 and is not the proper channel to report an issue to ICFD or ICPD. The City of Iowa City's social media policy can be found here: https://www.icgov.org/social-media-policy

ICPD Spotlight: Officer Arno Sindelar"Officer Arno Sindelar grew up in Marion, Iowa and graduated from Linn-Mar High Sch...
06/05/2026

ICPD Spotlight: Officer Arno Sindelar

"Officer Arno Sindelar grew up in Marion, Iowa and graduated from Linn-Mar High School in 2019. He went to Kirkwood Community College for two years and transferred to Mount Mercy University where he obtained a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice and a Minor in Psychology in 2023.

In December 2023, he was hired by the Iowa City Police Department. In his free time he enjoys being around friends and family, watching movies, and playing video games. His favorite Iowa City food is at Estellas."

06/05/2026

When it comes to grilling, it's all about location, location, location. Follow Grillbert's advice and keep your grill at least 10 feet from your home, deck railing, or other flammable items.

The Iowa City Police Department has received reports of excessive speeding in the 1000 Block of Benton Street and will b...
06/05/2026

The Iowa City Police Department has received reports of excessive speeding in the 1000 Block of Benton Street and will be conducting extra patrols. Please watch your speed.

06/04/2026

Sadly, of the people killed on U.S. roadways in 2024, a little less than half — 48% — weren't wearing a seat belt.

This is your reminder to Buckle up. Every Trip. Every time. ✅

06/04/2026

🚜🚒 Big trucks, big smiles, and a big thank you! 🚓🚑 Thanks to everyone who joined us for City Services Saturday. We loved seeing kids (and plenty of grown-ups!) explore equipment, meet City staff, and learn more about the people who help keep Iowa City running every day. See you next year! 💙

06/02/2026
06/02/2026

Slow Down or Move Over and help prevent roadside fatalities! 🚔🚒👷‍♂️

*Move Over laws vary. Check your state's specific laws.

The Iowa City Fire Department responded to 703 calls for service in May 2026.These calls include:- 359 Emergency Medical...
06/01/2026

The Iowa City Fire Department responded to 703 calls for service in May 2026.

These calls include:

- 359 Emergency Medical Service calls (falls, illness, breathing problems, etc.)
- 22 Fire calls (cooking, vegetation, structure, etc.)
- 12 Rescue calls (Elevator, confined space, vehicle extrication/entrapment)
- 73 Public Service Calls (Lift assists, smoke alarms, citizen assists)
- 26 Hazardous Situations (Vehicle crash, gas leak/odor, smoke investigation, etc.)
- 209 Calls in which no emergency was found or firefighters were canceled en route

City Services Saturday is in full swing! Come down and join us until noon.
05/30/2026

City Services Saturday is in full swing! Come down and join us until noon.

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410 E Washington Street
Iowa City, IA
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