Stanton Fire and Rescue Department

05/25/2026

At 9:59 this morning Stanton Fire along with automatic mutal aid from Red Oak and Villisca were dispatched to a house fire in Rural Stanton. Crews were on scene till a few minutes after 1pm that afternoon. Extensive damage and overhaul was reported with more mutual aid requested for man power and water from Elliot, Grant, Clarinda, and Essex. Huge shout out to neighboring departments as this is vital asset for all departments involved.

Red Oak Fire Department
Villisca Fire Department
Clarinda Fire Department
Grant Fire Department
Elliott Volunteer Fire Department
Essex Fire Rescue
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office - Red Oak, Iowa
Montgomery County 911
Page Comm.

05/07/2026

A few of our department members traveled to Breda, IA in late April to take possession of our new pumper. More details to come once it is put into service!

from Stanton (IA) Fire Department recently went through final inspections on their new .

05/03/2026

Stanton’s Department this evening is grateful for our local support from neighboring departments when situations come. Incredible team work took place this evening to give the best outcome possible. Assisting agencies of Red Oak, Clarinda, Life Net and Life Flight.

Red Oak Fire Department
Clarinda Rescue

04/26/2026

Don’t forget to come support the Stanton Fire and Rescue Department. We will be here from 4-6 rain or shine!🥞

04/05/2026

🔥🔥Don’t forget to mark your calendars!🔥🔥

04/01/2026

Stanton department members have completed our controlled burns earlier this week that were on the books for the 2026 spring calendar. Huge thanks to all of them for taking time out of their busy schedules to put some skills to use. We appreciate the partnership with our local farmers to make these happen in a safe manner. If you have a field for 2027 year don’t be afraid to reach out to a department member!

Thanks to Vanderholm Media for the footage of one this spring.

03/06/2026

The Stanton Viking Center FEMA Tornado Shelter will be open tonight till the tornado watch/warning has expired.
(Area) The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for all of southwest Iowa Friday evening as severe storms move into the region.

02/05/2026

🔥 Controlled Burn Reminder – Help Us Avoid Unnecessary Fire Responses 🔥

As temperatures warm up and controlled burns begin, please take a few easy steps to keep everyone safe and prevent avoidable fire department responses.

👉 Before and after your burn, call the Montgomery County Communications Center:
📞 712-623-5107

Please remember:
✅ If you started it — check it
✅ If it’s on your property — check it
✅ If it was burned days or weeks ago — check it
💰 Can you be held liable if a fire damages others property — yes

A quick phone call helps protect your neighbors and our responders. Thanks for doing your part to keep Montgomery County safe! 🚒🔥

Montgomery County 911
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office - Red Oak, Iowa
Red Oak Fire Department
Stanton Fire and Rescue Department
Elliott Volunteer Fire Department

01/21/2026

Last night, the Stanton Fire and Rescue Department held their Annual Rural trustee meeting. There was great discussion and updates given between both groups! We had the honor of presenting our Volunteer of the Year award to Stacy Hart! She has showed great commitment and desire to the betterment of our department and community. Please help us give a big congratulations to Stacy!

Pictured below left to right-

Fire Chief Brayton Allen
Last years Volunteer of the Year Ryan Hart
This years Volunteer of the Year Stacy Hart

11/20/2025

Stanton’s Dept had a great fire prevention assembly this morning with the Kindergarten through 5th grade classes. We went through different tools that are used to assist us with our jobs and also the basic steps they should take in an emergency situation. Huge thanks to Brayton, Stacy, Emily, Ryan, and Thomas!