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The Frye Island Fire Department was organized on July 1, 1998.

The department operates 4 Engines, 1 Squad, and 1 Ambulance and is staffed by approximately 30 Volunteer Firefighters and approximately 10 Per-Diem EMT/Firefighters.

10/23/2026

Effective October 23, 2026 - The Maine Forest Service has increased the Fire Danger for Frye Island and vicinity to HIGH.

NOTE: This advisory will remain in effect until a change in Fire Danger Level has been determined by the Maine Forest Service. Such determinations are made daily.

For more information on fire danger and fire weather forecasts, see https://mainefireweather.org

10/18/2026

🍂 With just two weeks left in the season, it’s time to start winding down fire department operations.

Today at our weekly meeting, a hearty contingent of fire department and EMS personnel took the first steps to put two of our engines to sleep for the winter. 🚒💤

We drained the 1,000-gallon water tanks, opened dozens of valves and drains, and bled the water from Engine 1 and Engine 3. 💧 Next week, we’ll make sure the pipes and hoses are blown out and winterized before the engines go into winter storage.

Not to worry, though! Engine 2 and Engine 6 remain in service with 3,000 gallons of water aboard, ready for any emergency. 🚨

Several firefighters and EMS personnel also remain on the island, prepared to answer the call. 🚑👩‍🚒👨‍🚒

Sleep well, Engine 1 and Engine 3. We’ll see you in the spring! 🌷

10/12/2026

Effective October 12, 2026 - The Maine Forest Service has decreased the Fire Danger for Frye Island and vicinity to LOW.

NOTE: This advisory will remain in effect until a change in Fire Danger Level has been determined by the Maine Forest Service. Such determinations are made daily.

For more information on fire danger and fire weather forecasts, see https://mainefireweather.org

10/11/2026

🍂 As the island season winds down, several of your Frye Island Fire Department and EMS personnel remain on the island, ready to protect our residents and community. 🚒

This morning they met at the fire station for our weekly training. First on the agenda was an end-of-year recap by leaders of the Frye Island Volunteer Fire Department Association. The FIVFDA is the 501(c)(3) supporting organization that helps the fire department with fundraising and acquiring supplies and equipment. It also supports community charities and sponsors island events, such as the annual member appreciation lunch and the town-wide 4th of July hot dog feed 🌭🇺🇸.

Thanks to unprecedented community support this year, our bottle collection shed at the town transfer station netted the most contributions ever! ♻️🎉 Thank you, Frye Island residents, for your continued support. ❤️

Members then reviewed a newly created “quick reference checklist” covering the steps needed to pump water with Engine 1, our “second due” apparatus. 📋 We then took Engine 1 to the Ridge Road fire hydrant and put that information into practice. As usual, our Fire Police members came along to help ensure our firefighters and motorists stayed safe as we operated next to the road. We flowed water through the deck gun and a handline 💦🔥 so that our crews are ready to act in an emergency.

We’ll be back next Sunday to train further! 💪

10/05/2026

Effective October 5, 2026 - The Maine Forest Service has increased the Fire Danger for Frye Island and vicinity to MODERATE.

NOTE: This advisory will remain in effect until a change in Fire Danger Level has been determined by the Maine Forest Service. Such determinations are made daily.

For more information on fire danger and fire weather forecasts, see https://mainefireweather.org

10/04/2026

🚒 Crawl – Walk – Run 🌊

You start with the simplest, lowest-risk version (crawl), build competence and confidence (walk), and only then move to full speed and complexity (run). Each stage lays the foundation for the next.

Today, your Frye Island Fire Department took our newly established Water Rescue Team (WRT) out for its first "crawl"! 💪

We conducted a practical rescue training exercise using our recent training, new equipment funded by a $10,000 grant from Farm and Volunteer Fire Council 🙏, and some of our trusted older gear.

📋 After a briefing on exercise objectives and safety, our water rescue personnel, firefighters, and EMS providers were given a scenario: a jet ski had collided with a moored pontoon boat near the Long Beach Marina and the injured operator was in the water with a broken leg.

🛟 Team members worked through the "Shout – Reach – Throw – Row – Go!" progression we use to help people in the water. In this scenario, that meant deploying a tethered rescue swimmer in a cold water immersion suit, with a similarly equipped backup safety swimmer standing by. Trained line handlers assisted with the operation from shore while firefighters and EMS personnel readied emergency medical equipment.

🚑 Once the "victim" was recovered, our EMS providers and firefighters carried the patient by stretcher to a safe location for medical assessment and treatment, including a leg splint.

🗣️ Afterward, everyone gathered for a debrief on what went well and what we can improve on for next time.

We only "crawled" today, but we laid the groundwork to "walk" and "run" next season so we're ready when our island neighbors need us most. ❤️🏝️

09/27/2026

🌧️ Despite a wet and chilly weekend, members of your Frye Island Fire Department stayed busy!

🏊 Firefighter/EMT Steve Garneau spent his Saturday in the classroom and the pool, completing training with the folks at https://www.facebook.com/lifesavingresources to become the Frye Island Fire Department's newest water rescue technician and swimmer. Steve joins 13 other Frye Island firefighters and EMTs who have previously completed Lifesaving Resources water rescue awareness, operations, and technician training. Congratulations, Steve! 👏

🛟 On Sunday, several Water Rescue Team members spent the morning organizing, inventorying, and inspecting our water rescue equipment. This included brand-new gear received this week thanks to a $10,000 Firefighter Safety grant awarded by https://www.facebook.com/statefarm and the https://www.facebook.com/nvfc1. 🙏 This new equipment will allow us to equip and deploy up to five water rescue–trained personnel into the "warm" and "hot" zones during an aquatic emergency on or around the island.

🔥 Meanwhile, other department members met with Fire Chief Steve Persson to review training videos on fireground tactics and best practices.

🚒 With just a few weeks left in the 2026 island season, your Frye Island firefighters, Fire Police, and EMTs remain ready to answer the call.

(Some photos courtesy of Lifesaving Resources, LLC)

09/26/2026

Effective September 26, 2026 - The Maine Forest Service has decreased the Fire Danger for Frye Island and vicinity to LOW.

NOTE: This advisory will remain in effect until a change in Fire Danger Level has been determined by the Maine Forest Service. Such determinations are made daily.

For more information on fire danger and fire weather forecasts, see https://mainefireweather.org

09/25/2026

⚠️🌧️💨 Nor'easter this weekend brings the possibility of downed trees & power outages 🌳⚡

A fall nor'easter will bring rain and gusty winds to our area this weekend. While current forecasts indicate the bulk of the storm will be to our south and east, here's the latest wind outlook for the Sebago Lake area:

🌬️ Friday: Breezy, northeast gusts to about 25 mph
💨 Saturday & Sunday: Steady northeast winds around 15–20 mph, with gusts to about 30 mph inland. Gusts up to 40 mph are possible closer to the coast.
🌤️ Monday: Winds easing, with improving weather by Tuesday.

While these aren't extreme winds and forecasters call the statewide outage risk "slight," in previous wind and rain events, we have experienced downed trees, falling limbs, and power outages. Wet soil, full canopies, and two days of wind gusts blowing across the lake increase the chance we will see such a scenario. Please take a few minutes today to prepare "just in case". 👇

🔋 GET READY NOW
✅ Charge phones, power banks, and radios
✅ Have flashlights and fresh batteries on hand (one per person!)
✅ Fuel your generator before the storm
✅ Secure or bring in patio furniture, kayaks, and anything that can blow away
✅ Check boats, lifts, and docks 🚤
✅ Check on neighbors, especially seniors and anyone living alone 💙
✅ Stay off the lake while it's windy 🌊

⚡ DOWNED POWER LINES: STAY BACK!
🚫 Always assume a downed line is LIVE. You can't tell by looking. No line is safe to touch EVAH!
📏 Follow the TWO-POLE RULE: Stay back at least the distance of two utility pole segments in every direction from a downed line. Keep kids and pets back too.
🔄 Why so far? A downed line can move, whip, or re-energize without warning. Other wires between the poles may also be damaged or sagging, even if they look fine.
🌳 Never touch a tree, limb, or fence that is touching a line.
🚗 Never drive over or under a downed line. If a line falls on your vehicle, stay inside unless there's a fire, and call 911.
💧 Stay away from puddles or wet ground near fallen lines.
📞 Report downed lines by calling 911 and CMP at 1-800-696-1000.

🔌 GENERATOR SAFETY: Carbon Monoxide Kills ☠️
🏠 Run generators OUTSIDE ONLY, at least 20 feet from your home, with the exhaust pointed away from windows, doors, and vents.
🚫 NEVER run one in a garage, basement, crawl space, porch, or shed, even with the door open.
🚨 Make sure you have working CO detectors. Headache, dizziness, or nausea? Get into fresh air and call 911.
⛽ Let the generator cool before refueling.
⚠️ Never plug a generator into a wall outlet ("backfeeding"). It can kill line crews working to restore your power. Use a properly installed transfer switch or heavy-duty outdoor-rated extension cords.

🕯️ CANDLES: Use Flashlights Instead! 🔦
Flashlights and battery lanterns are always the safer choice. If you must use candles:
🔥 Never leave a burning candle unattended, and blow it out before bed.
🪟 Keep candles at least 12 inches from curtains, bedding, and anything that can burn.
🧒🐕 Keep them out of reach of children and pets.
🍽️ Use sturdy, non-tip holders on a stable surface.
🚫 Never use a candle to look for things in closets or refuel a generator.

📲 Monitor the National Weather Service in Gray (weather.gov/gyx) and CMP's outage map for updates.

🚒 In an emergency, always call 911. Our members are ready to respond to your call as soon as we can.

Stay safe, Frye Island! 💪❤️

09/22/2026

Effective September 22, 2026 - The Maine Forest Service has increased the Fire Danger for Frye Island and vicinity to MODERATE.

NOTE: This advisory will remain in effect until a change in Fire Danger Level has been determined by the Maine Forest Service. Such determinations are made daily.

For more information on fire danger and fire weather forecasts, see https://mainefireweather.org

Address

1 Fairway Lane
Frye Island, ME
04071

Telephone

+12076558618

Website

https://www.fryeislandtown.org/depts/public-safety/fire-safety

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