Maine’s firefighter shortage is part of a national problem, but the state’s size, rural makeup and aging population complicate matters — and the solutions are proving elusive.
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How firefighters fought the 3-alarm blaze on Portland’s working waterfront
More than 100 responders quelled the fire on the historic Custom House Wharf that destroyed several businesses, but saw no deaths.
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Maine fire officials warn of increasing wildfire risks, urge extra precautions
The Maine Forest Service said the wildfire risk is high across the southern half of the state and moderate across the northern counties.
Posted inAdvertiser Democrat, Oxford Hills
New Otisfield fire engine to be delivered next summer
Two Otisfield Fire Department officers were promoted and one was honored for her service to the town.
Posted inLivermore Falls Advertiser
New Livermore firetruck arrives, responds to call
Livermore’s new firetruck arrived Oct. 17 and two days later it was called into service for a car fire.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore’s new firetruck arrives, drives right into service
Livermore’s new firetruck arrived Tuesday and was already called into action for a car fire by Thursday.
Posted inOxford Hills
Oxford to tap reserve fund to update firefighter turnout gear
Replacement equipment will be delivered within 45 days.
Posted inMaine
After years of delay, Randolph on track for new fire station with $2.6 million in federal money proposed
Town officials hope to build a new fire station at 104 Kinderhook St. with more space for department vehicles, training and equipment.
Posted inMaine, News
Litchfield voters approve $725K in truck purchases
New fire, plow trucks needed, town officials tell Litchfield annual Town Meeting voters.
Posted inFranklin, Livermore Falls Advertiser, News
Livermore officials say Wyman Road will continue to be snow blown this winter, can’t start plowing it now
Selectpersons also voted to extend the agreement to provide nonemergency fire service to Livermore Falls until March 31.