Public Safety
Hartford's Police and Fire departments provide around-the-clock protection and emergency response for the community.
For non-emergency police or fire matters, use the numbers listed below.
Hartford Police Department
The Hartford Police Department serves the city with full-time sworn officers providing patrol, investigations, and community-oriented policing. The department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Services
- Patrol and emergency response
- Criminal investigations
- Traffic enforcement and accident reporting
- School resource officers
- Community outreach and crime prevention
- Records and report requests
- Fingerprinting services
- Vacation house checks
Contact
Non-Emergency: (262) 673-2600
Address: 109 N Main St, Hartford, WI 53027
For police records requests, visit the department in person or contact the non-emergency number during business hours.
Hartford Fire Department
The Hartford Fire Department provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, and fire prevention education. The department operates with a combination of career and paid-on-call personnel.
Services
- Fire suppression and rescue
- Emergency medical services (EMS)
- Fire prevention and code inspections
- Hazardous materials response
- Public education and fire safety programs
- Smoke detector installation assistance
- Burning permit information
Contact
Non-Emergency: (262) 673-8240
Address: 136 S Rural St, Hartford, WI 53027
Emergency Preparedness
Hartford participates in the Washington County Emergency Management program. Residents are encouraged to maintain emergency supply kits, sign up for local alert notifications, and review family emergency plans regularly.
- Severe weather preparedness
- Flood awareness and safety
- Emergency notification registration
- Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) information