Fire Department

Click here to learn about the Fire Station No. 2 relocation.

The Fire Department serves the Ames community. We provide fire prevention, emergency response, and public safety education. There are three fire stations. We work every day to protect lives and property.

To learn more about our services, programs, and resources, please explore our website.

Department Information

Staff, Stations, Apparatus, History, Standard Operating Guidelines, Open House

Career Opportunity

Recruitment Information, Recruit Academy, Observer Program, Career Information

Community Services

Permit Applications, Recreational Fire Code, Knox Box Key Installation, FAQ's and More

Community Programs

Visit the Fire Station, Schedule School Visit, Event Requests & Education Requests

Safety Information

Practical Tips for Cooking, Using Electrical Equipment, Batteries, Holidays, etc.

Inspection Division

A Division of the Fire Department; Permitting and Inspections, Rental Property, Building Codes