Ames Fire Department

Ames Fire Department is staffed by professional career firefighters and serves as a local fire department in Ames, IA. Operating out of 3 stations and classified as a Career organization. Headquartered at 1300 Burnett AVE, Ames, IA, 50010-5454.

515-239-5109

515-232-9932

Mailing: 1300 Burnett AVE, Ames, IA, 50010-5454

69 Department Personnel

Career Firefighters

55

Volunteer Firefighters

0

Paid-Per-Call

0

Civilian & Support Staff

14

Total Calls
6,909
Fire Calls
1.4%
EMS Calls
58.9%
Other Calls
39.7%

Department Statistics

Detailed incident statistics and response metrics for this department.

Avg. Response Time
7m 11s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (1512 calls)
Avg. Call Duration
19m 45s

Call Summary

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

Metric Value
Total Fire Calls
1.4% (98 calls)
Total EMS Calls
58.9% (4,066 calls)
Total Other Calls
39.7% (2,745 calls)
Generic Call Type
Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents
Most Common Call Type
Medical assist, assist EMS crew
Most Common Action
Provide first aid & check for injuries
Busiest Month
January (1,002 calls)
Busiest Hours
4 PM - 8 PM (1512 calls)
Avg. Response Time
7m 11s
Avg. Call Duration
19m 45s
Avg. Personnel Responding
3
Mutual Aid Received
99
Mutual Aid Given
5