Hudson Fire & Rescue

04/28/2026

Fire danger has reached VERY HIGH for our zone. Absolutely NO open burning today!

🔥Maine Forest Rangers has placed large portions of the area in High to Very High Fire Danger today.🔥

04/07/2026

Hudson Fire Rescue hosted a MCI - Mass Casualty Incident class for multiple area departments tonight. Special thanks to Bangor Maine Fire Department Paramedic Joe Brichetto and our friend Todd Lufkin of Bradford for assisting with the lecture tonight!

03/29/2026

For the second time in just over a week Hudson Fire / Rescue recieved a call for a structure fire. Today we were called to 217 Berry Pit Rd at 4:43 pm this afternoon. We arrived to find a shed fully involved just a few feet from the house. The siding on the house had melted and there was some charring. Fire extended into the woods and burned approximately 2/10 of an acre. Glenburn Fire Department arrived right after Hudson Engine 501 and crews quickly went to work. We were assisted by our mutual aid departments:

Bradford Fire & Rescue
Corinth, Maine Fire Department
Charleston Fire Dept
Kenduskeag Fire-Rescue
Levant Fire & Rescue
Alton Fire Dept.

I would also like to Thank:
Penobscot Regional Communications Center
Maine Forest Rangers
G&H Ambulance Service Inc.

The shed was a total loss. The cause was determined to be accidental.

Thomas Read
Deputy Fire Chief
Hudson Fire / Rescue

03/24/2026

Our recent fire in Hudson.

🚨 On Thursday, March 19, 2026, Maine State Police Corporal Greg Ramp and his family lost their home and everything in it to a devastating house fire in the Bangor area.
Thankfully, Greg, his wife Natasha, their two children, and all of their pets... including K-9 partner Murph made it out safely. But they are now starting over with nothing.
Greg has served with the Maine State Police since 2019, after spending 10 years as an electrician, and has been a dedicated K-9 handler since 2022.

Now it’s our turn to support him and his family in their time of need.

The Trooper Black Foundation (a registered 501(c)(3), EIN # 84-2953745) is collecting donations, and 100% of contributions made through April 19, 2026 will go directly to the Ramp family.

💙 Donate online: https://trooperblackfoundation.org

📬 Or send a check:
Trooper Black Foundation
P.O. Box 104
Cape Neddick, ME 03902
(Memo: Ramp Family)

Any amount helps. Please consider donating and sharing to help this family rebuild.

03/20/2026

Fire damages Hudson home. Story link: https://tinyurl.com/3hcjc3t6

03/20/2026

Hudson Fire / Rescue recieved a call for a structure fire at 149 Old Town Rd at 2:28 pm this afternoon. We arrived to find heavy fire in the front left side of the house. Glenburn Fire Department arrived right after Hudson Engine 501 and crews quickly went to work containing most of the fire to the room of origin. We were assisted by our mutual aid departments:

Bradford Fire & Rescue
Corinth, Maine Fire Department
Charleston Fire Dept
Kenduskeag Fire-Rescue
Levant Fire & Rescue
Town of Hermon Fire Department
Alton Fire Dept.

I would also like to Thank:
Penobscot Regional Communications Center
Penobscot County Sheriff's Office
Maine Fire Marshals Office
G&H Ambulance Service Inc.

The Home suffered extensive smoke damage. No one was injured. All pets were evacuated safely.

Thomas Read
Deputy Fire Chief
Hudson Fire / Rescue

03/16/2026

Please be careful tonight! Strong winds could cause power outages as well as trees down in the roadway.

During a power outage, call your electric provider to report it—not 911. If you're using a generator to keep the lights on, ensure it's operated safely. Learn how here: https://www.maine.gov/mema/maine-prepares/home-preparedness/generator-safety

01/01/2026

This year, our fire department responded to 261 calls for service, marking one of the busiest years for our organization.

This level of service would not be possible without the unwavering dedication of our firefighters, EMS personnel and officers. Each response represents time given freely—often at personal sacrifice—to ensure the safety and well-being of our community.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all members for their professionalism, commitment, and service. We are proud of the work accomplished this year and grateful for the continued support of the community we serve.

10/27/2025

It is with EXTREME EXCITEMENT that Hudson Fire / Rescue has recieved a grant in the amount of $63,900 to replace our Breathing Air Bottle Refilling Station. The diligent and hard work by Acting Deputy Chief Cody Knight and Chief Josh Lilley really paid off!

You might be asking yourself why do they need a new Breathing Air Bottle Refilling Station? Well, the one that we have is broken. The electronic control has been replaced once with a used one and now is no longer available. We have used this unit for many years.

Acting Chief Thomas Read