FMFD puts out vehicle fires at Climax

FORT MADISON - On June 9, 2026, at 8:59 a.m., Fort Madison Fire & Rescue was dispatched to a reported vehicle fire at the Climax Molybdenum facility in Fort Madison.
Fire equipment arrived on scene at 9:08 a.m. and found two industrial vehicles involved in fire near other equipment and structures.
Firefighters quickly deployed attack lines and extinguished the fire, preventing extension to the structures. No injuries were reported.
Additional off-duty personnel were recalled to maintain fire protection coverage within the City of Fort Madison while crews operated at the incident.
The fire was brought under control, and command was terminated at 10:39 a.m.
Fort Madison Fire & Rescue would like to thank Climax Molybdenum personnel and the Fort Madison Police Department for their assistance during the incident.
Fort Madison fire officials also issued details on May 27th first on 24th Street at about 4 a.m. near Fort Madison.
West Point Fire Department was dispatched as the primary responding agency and requested mutual aid from Fort Madison Fire & Rescue. Fort Madison crews responded with two engines and assisted with fire suppression operations.
Firefighters worked together to bring the fire under control and prevent further extension. All occupants had safely exited the residence prior to the arrival of emergency responders, and no civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
Fort Madison Fire & Rescue would like to thank the West Point Fire Department, LeeComm Dispatch, Lee County EMS, and all responding agencies for their cooperation and assistance during the incident.