On Monday night April 12th, the Epworth Fire Department members conducted their regular fire hose testing. This is a rigorous test of all hose closely analyzed while under constant pressure for a set amount of time based on NFPA standards. All of the hose was removed from the four fire engines, tested, cleaned and restocked in an orderly fashion. Over 8,850 feet of hose was tested in a matter of 8 hours.
This testing assures all equipment meets the most up to date standards and assures safety for all our members. 25 members attended and thanks to everyone for their hard work this night.... (Full Story & Photos)

On Monday evening Dec. 21, 2020 the members of the Epworth Fire Department conducted regular vehicle extrication training.
This training was done utilizing the extrication tools carried in all vehicles. The scenario was done using a 2002 Dodge Ram truck
donated to the fire department. Patient care and extrication of the patient is also always practiced at these drills. Attached are some photos from this training. ... (Full Story & Photos)

On Friday, November 27th, 2020 at 7:35 p.m. the Epworth Fire Department was notified by the Dubuque County 911 Center of a working structure fire located at 21686 Bethany Lane, Epworth. Upon arrival, firefighters found flames and heavy smoke on the outside of the home near the roofline. The homeowners were not home at the time of the fire and the fire was noticed by a neighbor who called 911. The home is occupied by Thomas and Rita Clemen. Firefighters remained on the scene for an hour and a half. The Epworth Fire Department was also assisted at the scene by the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Office ... (Full Story)

The Epworth Fire Department offers condolences to the family of retired Captain Ronnie Connolly who passed away Thursday, October 29, 2020 at the age of 78. Ronnie served on the Epworth Fire Department for 32 years from 1963-1995. He was promoted to Lieutenant in 1976 and to Captain in 1979 - a position he held for 16 years until his retirement. Ron also served as the President of the Epworth Community Volunteer Firemen in 1977. Ron was not only active with the fire department, he was also very active in the community including the Epworth Legion, Little League Baseball and other city committees. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Epworth Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire at 23370 North Bankston Road, rural Epworth, on Tuesday, October 20th, 2020. The fire was noticed by the owners who placed a 911 call to the Dubuque County Emergency Communications Center at 0910 hours. The farm is owned by Joe and Ed Wolf. Upon arrival firefighters found a fully engulfed machine shed with mainly farm equipment, tractors and vehicles. Mutual Aid was received from the Holy Cross, Farley and Centralia-Peosta Fire Departments for tanker assistance. Firefighters remained on the scene for over three hours. The ... (Full Story)