Fire Department

** IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY CALL 911 **

Our Mission:

“The mission of the Polk City Fire Department is to minimize the loss of life and property of our residents and neighbors through education, prevention, and by delivering the highest level of fire and emergency medical services.”

History:

Founded in 1946, the Polk City Fire Department is a highly skilled organization providing fire suppression, emergency medical services, rescue, fire prevention, public education and other related services to the citizens, businesses, neighbors, and visitors to the area. With a response area of approximately 70 square miles in the northwest quadrant of Polk County, the Polk City Fire Department responds to approximately 800 calls for service per year.

Personnel:

The membership is comprised of highly motivated men and women serving in full-time, part-time and paid on call capacities. The members of the Polk City Fire Department are highly motivated and truly dedicated to providing the highest level of service possible to meet the needs of the area. In addition to responding to emergency calls for service, the members continually attend training and practice their skills in order to ensure the best level of service possible. The City of Polk City is fortunate and appreciative to have the commitment and dedication from the membership of the PCFD!

The Polk City Fire Department is always looking for motivated individuals who would like to be a part of the tradition! Anyone with interest or questions is encouraged to send an email or complete an application here. An officer will contact you promptly to discuss opportunities.

As the community grows, the Polk City Fire Department continues to strive to provide excellent services and meet that emergency response needs of the area. If you have questions about your fire department, please feel free to send an email

Additional information about the Polk City Fire Department is also available online

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Staff Contacts

Name Title Phone
Karla Hogrefe Fire Chief (515) 984-6304