Estherville Fire Department

09/07/2026

Members of the Estherville Fire Department took time out of the day to support and collect donations for MDA.

Come down before noon today and help them support MDA.

08/13/2026

The Estherville Fire Department hosted a vehicle fire training this week.

Firefighter worked on their techniques of how to approach a vehicle safely with fire attacking and how to work as team to open compartments in the vehicle that are fire involved.

Agencies that participated in the training are the following.

Gruver Fire
Wallingford Fire and Ambulance
Estherville Ambulance Service

08/07/2026

08/02/2026

What an incredible weekend! The Estherville Firefighter Association would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, sponsored, and came out to support our events during the 2026 Sweet Corn Days.

16th Annual Firefighter Waterfights
We had an amazing turnout with 25 firefighters and 7 spouses competing in this year’s event. Congratulations to our champions! Winner Photo will be posted shortly.

4th Annual Mud Volleyball Tournament
Another fantastic year with 16 teams battling it out in the mud!
1st Place – Mud Dawgs
2nd Place – Dirty Divas
3rd Place – Mud Flaps

Your continued support helps the Estherville Firefighter Association give back to our department, our firefighters, and our community. We truly couldn’t do it without each and every one of you. Thank you for making the 2026 Sweet Corn Days one to remember. We can’t wait to see everyone again next year!

08/02/2026

2026 50/50 cash raffle results
$4300 in total ticket sales

1st Place-25% of sales $1075
Paige Schroeder

2nd Place-15% of sales $645
Racheal Freidhof

3rd Place-10% of sales $430
Sheryl Chrestiansen

The Estherville Fire Department would like to thank everyone for their support. Congratulations to the winners!!

07/29/2026

The Mud Volleyball crews were out early putting in the kind of work most people never see. Before anyone can dive into the fun, these folks spend hours clearing out rocks, smoothing the courts, and making sure everything is safe for the teams. It’s messy, heavy, and far from glamorous, but they tackle it with grit and a good attitude.

Huge appreciation to everyone who shows up year after year to make this tournament possible. Your hard work is the reason the community gets to enjoy one of the best parts of Sweet Corn Days.

We will all see you Saturday!!!!

07/24/2026

This week, the Estherville Fire Department dedicated time to training on pumping operations, relay pumping, drafting, and water management. Our firefighters also trained for catastrophic equipment failures, ensuring we’re prepared to continue protecting our community even when unexpected challenges arise.

Firefighting requires continuous learning and training. After earning Firefighter I and Hazmat Operations certifications, firefighters are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education each year, along with an additional 8 hours of hazardous materials training annually.

Training never stops because preparedness saves lives. We are proud of the commitment our firefighters make to continually improve their skills and serve the Estherville community.

07/15/2026

7-15-2026

The Estherville Fire Department wants to thank The Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa and the board for awarding us $10,000.

With these funds, we will be purchasing radios to allow us to be able to communicate with our partners across county and state lines in the event that Mutual Aid is requested.

07/13/2026

WHY MUD VOLLEYBALL?

Because it's not about being a volleyball pro—it's about getting together, making memories, and having a muddy good time!

✔️ Perfect for Families – Get the whole family involved! Players must be 16 years or older, and everyone else can cheer from the sidelines.

✔️ Coworker Challenge – Looking for a fun team-building activity? Gather your coworkers and see who can survive the mud!

✔️ Friends vs. Friends – Round up your crew, create a team name, and prepare for plenty of laughs (and mud!).

✔️ Fire Department Bragging Rights – Calling all area fire departments! Bring a team and compete for community bragging rights.

No matter your skill level, everyone ends up covered in mud and smiling by the end of the day. That's what makes Mud Volleyball such a great tradition!

Saturday, August 1, Registration: 3:00 PM, Games Begin: 4:00 PM

Spectators are welcome, so bring a lawn chair, enjoy the food stand, and cheer on the teams!

Who are you bringing to the mud? Tag your teammates below!