Des Moines County Communications - Descom

Des Moines County Communications - Descom DESCOM Is the primary point of contact for all emergencies and 911 calls in Des Moines County Iowa. Please do NOT use this page to report an emergency.

DESCOM was started July 1, 2014 to provide all emergency dispatch and 911 services to residence of Des Moines County. Prior to July 1, all dispatch duties were done by dispatchers that were civil service employees and worked for the Burlington Police Department. DESCOM is its own emergency service organization that works with and provides dispatch services to all law enforcement, medical and fire

agencies in Des Moines County. We are proud to work with the men and women of these agencies, and even more proud to be able to serve the great citizens of Des Moines County.

05/31/2026

W Huston St between Leffler St and Broadway St in West Burlington is going to be closed until further notice due to a traffic crash with damage to a power pole. Alliant Energy advised it would take around 5-6 hours for repairs.

Thanks to the Burlington High School Red Cross Club for stopping by and delivering some homemade goodies and some sweet ...
05/19/2026

Thanks to the Burlington High School Red Cross Club for stopping by and delivering some homemade goodies and some sweet thank you cards! Thanks for thinking of us!

04/22/2026

At 10am today we will be testing the storm sirens for Des Moines County. This is a test only. Thank you!

04/20/2026

At 10am this morning we will be testing the storm siren in Mediapolis. This will be a TEST ONLY and only for that area. Thanks!

As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week comes to a close, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone w...
04/20/2026

As National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week comes to a close, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who took the time to recognize our team. Your continued support means so much, and we are honored to serve our community. Thanks for thinking of us! ⭐️

04/17/2026

UPDATE: Tornado Warning issued for NORTHERN Des Moines County.

🚨 Sirens will be activated for a severe thunderstorm warning that includes hazards of penny sized hail and 70mph winds 🚨

We have had many visitors and goodies delivered this week during Telecommunicators week but our most recent guests were ...
04/17/2026

We have had many visitors and goodies delivered this week during Telecommunicators week but our most recent guests were by far the most meaningful! On Easter morning this gentleman was found unresponsive and not breathing by his wife. Dispatch supervisor Kirk Schneden answered the call and calmly and skillfully directed her through CPR until rescue could arrive. As you can see from the picture he is out of the hospital and doing well and they stopped down for hugs and to thank Kirk for his part in saving his life that day.

Des Moines county is truly blessed with some of the best 911 professionals and this is just another happy reminder!

This week, we proudly recognize our DESCOM 911 Telecommunicators during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.Th...
04/13/2026

This week, we proudly recognize our DESCOM 911 Telecommunicators during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

These dedicated professionals are the first voice in an emergency—the calm in the chaos, the link between those in need and those who respond. Their skill, compassion, and quick thinking save lives every single day.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to serving Des Moines County. You are truly the first first responders. 💙📞🚓🚒🚑

Out of Waterloo folks! Still important but not local despite what you maybe heard on local sites!
04/05/2026

Out of Waterloo folks! Still important but not local despite what you maybe heard on local sites!

AMBER Alert Cancelled: Missing person has been found.

Just a reminder! Today is the Statewide Tornado Drill. No need to be alarmed but its a good time to think through your r...
03/25/2026

Just a reminder! Today is the Statewide Tornado Drill. No need to be alarmed but its a good time to think through your response to a tornado warning as we enter severe weather season!

Tomorrow, if there is no active weather in the forecast, the National Weather Service will issue a TEST Tornado Warning at 10 AM. This will include the activation of the Des Moines County Outdoor Warning Sirens.
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As a reminder, the Outdoor Warning System is primarily designed to alert individuals who are OUTDOORS and are not meant to be heard inside. This is why it is important to have multiple ways to receive warnings.

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1401 W Agency Road Suite #070
West Burlington, IA
52655

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+13196717001

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