Urbandale Fire Department

Urbandale Fire Department is primarily staffed by career firefighters with volunteer support and serves as a local fire department in Urbandale, IA. Operating out of 3 stations and classified as a Mostly career organization. Headquartered at 3927 121ST ST, Urbandale, IA, 50323.

515-278-3970

515-278-3972

Mailing: 3927 121ST ST, Urbandale, IA, 50323-2300

69 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

58

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

9

Civilian & Support Staff

2

Total Calls
5,762
Fire Calls
2.1%
EMS Calls
65.6%
Other Calls
32.3%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
6m 9s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5.1
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (1350 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
42m 50s

Call Summary

Overview of incident data reported to NFIRS - January 1st 2024 to December 31st 2024

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
2.1% (120 calls)
Total EMS Calls
65.6% (3,779 calls)
Total Other Calls
32.3% (1,863 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Most Common Action
Provide advanced life support (ALS)
Busiest Month
October (543 calls)
Busiest District
41 (2,582 calls)
Busiest Hours
8 AM - 12 PM (1350 calls)
Avg. Response Time
6m 9s
Avg. Call Duration
42m 50s
Avg. Personnel Responding
5.1
Mutual Aid Received
809
Mutual Aid Given
1,463