Open Burning

With the exception of a few days a year, open burning is not allowed within city limits. Visit the City’s website at https://tiffin-iowa.org for additional information.

Fire Prevention

The Tiffin Fire Department visits Tiffin preschools during Fire Prevention Week. During this visit, children learn:

• What to do in case of a fire
• How to safely exit a burning building
• About fire safety
• To stop, drop and roll

Fire Station Tours

Group station tours are available by request by calling (319) 545-2102.

In preparation for your scheduled visit, please:

• Discuss the importance of listening to instructions from the Tiffin Fire Department staff
• Ensure that you have adequate supervision for the group
• Discuss that firefighters may need to leave during a tour if there is an emergency

Storm Warning Sirens

Per Johnson County Emergency Management’s guidelines, storm warning sirens are sounded for:

• Tornado warnings
• Severe thunderstorm warnings with wind speeds in excess of 70 miles per hour
• Hail in excess of 1.75 inches (golf ball size or larger)
• Note that an “all-clear” siren is not sounded.

When a siren sounds:

• Seek immediate shelter indoors, preferably in a basement, and away from windows

Siren testing is conducted on the first Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am.