Hiawatha Fire Department

10/17/2026

This week we had several members from the department attend Iowa Association of Air Medical Services Education Day hosted at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City.

Their attendance shows our commitment to furthering our education, strengthening our skills, and providing the best possible care to the community we serve. Thank you Sky, Olivia, Tyler, and Kenna for your dedication.

10/10/2026

Star of Life Challenge! 🚒🚑

Thank you Lisbon - Mt Vernon Ambulance Service , Area Ambulance Service , and Cedar Rapids Fire Department for nominating us.

The goal is to create 6 points like the Star of Life which is the symbol for EMS. Members from Duty Crew 4 took it on!

Who’s ready to take on the challenge next?

Monroe Township Fire Department
Palo Fire Dept
Johnson County Ambulance Service
Iowa City Public Safety
Newton Fire Department
Ames Fire Department
Johnston-Grimes Metropolitan Fire District
North Liberty Fire Department
Phoenix Fire Department

10/06/2026

Todays Fire Prevention Tip: Once battery operated devices are charged make sure you unplug them from the charger. Overcharging batteries can case damage to the battery and possibly a fire.

10/05/2026

This week is Fire Prevention Week. This year's theme is "Charge into Fire Safety- Safe Charging is a Superpower". When charging electronics always use the charger cord that is original to the product and beware of the signs of battery failure.

09/11/2026

September 11, 2001 — 25 Years Later, We Remember.

Today, we remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost on that tragic day—the innocent men, women, and children who never made it home, and the firefighters, police officers, EMS personnel, military members and other first responders who gave their lives answering the call.

We remember the families forever changed, the survivors who carried the scars, and the countless people who came together in that day.

We also remember how, in the days that followed, our country came together—setting aside our differences, standing shoulder to shoulder, and reminding one another what it means to be united as Americans.

25 years later, their memory lives on.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

09/10/2026

Please avoid Robins Rd between Boyson and Tower Terrace this afternoon and evening.

🚨UPDATE: Robins road is now open to all through traffic.

Emergency crews are on scene of downed power lines in the 2100 block of Robins Road.

Robins Road is closed from Tiki Terrace north to Tower Terrace Road. Residences and businesses in the area may be affected by power outages, and travel through the closure area is prohibited.

Alliant Energy reports an estimated reopening time of 8:00 p.m.

Local traffic only is permitted north of Boyson Road to Tiki Terrace.

Northbound Traffic:
Detour west on Boyson Road, then north on Hawkeye Drive to Tower Terrace Road.

Southbound Traffic:
Detour west on Tower Terrace Road, then south on Hawkeye Drive to Boyson Road.

Please avoid the area and use the recommended detours. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

07/23/2026

Firefighters face significantly higher rates of cancer diagnosis and death than the general public — occupational cancer is now a leading cause of line-of-duty death in the fire service. That's why we're taking action.

We're honored to be recognized as Iowa's 8th Gold Helmet Department through the National Firefighter Registry (NFR) for Cancer, run by NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (part of the CDC), for enrolling a strong majority of our firefighters in the .

The NFR is the largest research effort ever undertaken to understand and reduce cancer among U.S. firefighters. This data helps researchers spot patterns, identify risk factors, and build better prevention and protective measures nationwide.

Congratulations to our members for helping drive this work forward — and a special thanks to Fire Medic Tyler Becker for leading our department's effort!

👉 Are you a current, former, or retired firefighter? You can join the registry too, no matter your department or history with cancer. Every enrollment strengthens the research. Sign up at NFR.CDC.gov

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday America! Please celebrate responsibly. Stay hydrated, don’t drive impaired, and use fireworks responsibly. As always we will be here for any emergencies. Call 9-1-1 if there is a fire or medical emergency.

06/29/2026

Thank you to the Freedom Festival for inviting us again this year to participate in the exhibition races at the Cardboard Boat Races. Firefighters Kenna, Alec and Sam were able to continue our winning streak. We hope everyone has a fun and safe 4th of July week and if you are in the CR area make sure to visit some of the great events the Freedom Festival has!

06/04/2026

This week we had several members of our Peer Support Team attend the Mental Wellness Symposium in Iowa City, sponsored by the First Responders Center of Excellence. Their attendance underscores the importance of taking care of our fellow responders, our ongoing commitment to professional development and the advancement of mental health initiatives within our organization.

Our team’s participation was driven by a vital need for first responders to prioritize their own mental health. Thanks Maddie, Kyle and Chris for making us a more resilient department.