Volunteer Fire Department

Front-Line Protection for Bonaparte & Beyond

Your neighbors, ready to respond. The Bonaparte Volunteer Fire Department delivers fast, professional emergency response and fire prevention — staffed by dedicated community members who live, work, and serve right here in Brown County.

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24/7 Emergency Response

Volunteer Community-Run

608 2nd St Bonaparte, IA 52620

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What We Do

Comprehensive Emergency & Safety Services

From structural fires to community education, our trained volunteers cover the full spectrum of emergency response for Bonaparte and surrounding areas.

Fire Suppression

Rapid response to structural, vehicle, and wildland fires with full protective gear, aerial apparatus, and coordinated attack strategies.

Emergency Medical Response

First responder medical care for cardiac events, trauma, and acute illness while awaiting advanced life support — every call, every time.

Hazardous Materials

Identification, containment, and mitigation of hazardous material incidents including chemical spills, gas leaks, and environmental threats.

Fire Prevention & Inspections

Proactive fire code enforcement, building inspections, and safety audits to reduce risk before an emergency ever occurs.

Community Education

Fire safety workshops, station tours, youth programs, and public demonstrations that empower residents to protect themselves and their families.

Rescue Operations

Vehicle extrication, confined-space rescue, water rescue, and technical rescue supported by specialized training and equipment.

Firefighters training at the Bonaparte station

Est. Volunteer-Driven

About Us

Rooted in Bonaparte. Ready When It Matters.

The Bonaparte Volunteer Fire Department is made up of residents who chose to give back. We are your coworkers, your neighbors at the grocery store, and the people who show up — day or night — when your community needs us most.

Based at 608 2nd Street, we serve Bonaparte and the surrounding Brown County areas with a full complement of fire suppression, emergency medical first response, hazardous materials mitigation, and community safety education. Our volunteers maintain rigorous training schedules and keep our apparatus mission-ready around the clock.

Excellence Continuous training and professional standards on every call.

Readiness 24/7 response capability with fully equipped apparatus.

Community Locally led, locally supported, locally trusted.

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Your Community Needs You

Whether you want to serve as a volunteer firefighter, support our equipment, or simply learn how to stay safe — there's a place for you here.

Become a Volunteer

No prior experience required — we provide all training. Join a team that saves lives and strengthens the community you call home.

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Support the Department

Donations help maintain our apparatus, fund new equipment, and keep training programs running. Every contribution makes a difference.

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Safety Programs

Free fire safety workshops for schools, businesses, and families. Learn how to prevent fires, escape safely, and use extinguishers with confidence.

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Get in Touch

We're here for emergencies and non-emergency inquiries alike. Reach out anytime — we appreciate you taking the time to connect.

Phone (319) 592-3400

Address 608 2nd St, Bonaparte, IA 52620

Hours 24/7 Emergency Response
Office by appointment

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