Our department provides both Fire and EMS services for the community of Delaware Township, an unincorporated area in Polk County, IA. The township is comprised of approximately 18 square miles and 8,400 residents. This area also includes large sections of I80, I35, and I235 and the East Mixmaster.

It is the mission of the Delaware Township Fire Department to deliver in a highly competent, professional manner, a combination of proactive and reactive Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services that will provide the highest possible degree of protection to Delaware Township residents and their property, from the dangers of modern society.