Manchester Fire Department ME

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Manchester Fire Department is a municipal department serving the 2500 +/- residents of Manchester, Maine.

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05/21/2026

⚠️ HIGH FIRE DANGER TODAY IN MANCHESTER (Zone 7)⚠️

Due to dry conditions, low humidity, and windy weather, fire danger is high in Manchester today. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged, as any fire can spread rapidly in these conditions.

Please avoid:
• Brush burning
• Campfires
• Burning debris
• Anything that could create sparks or open flames

Even a small spark can quickly turn into a dangerous brush fire.

If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately. Help us keep Manchester and surrounding communities safe

05/20/2026

May 20, 2026: Fire danger is High statewide today. No online burn permits will be issued.

05/19/2026

Today, Manchester Fire Department responded mutual aid to assist Greene Fire with a large brush fire. Crews assisted with water shuttle operations, knocking down the main body of fire, and extinguishing remaining hot spots to help prevent further spread.

Great teamwork by all departments on scene to bring the fire under control safely and efficiently. Thank you to everyone who responded and worked together during challenging conditions.

05/15/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with our brothers and sisters from Searsmont and all other departments working at the scene. Rest easy we’ll take it from here

05/13/2026

Today, Manchester Fire responded to a camper fire at 1138 Prescott Road that quickly spread into the woods and involved two sheds. Thanks to the quick actions and teamwork of all responding units, crews were able to knock down the fire before it reached two nearby propane tanks and before it spread further into the woods.

Great work by everyone on scene today — strong teamwork and professionalism made a big difference! We would like to thank our mutual aid partners, Winthrop Fire Department, Augusta Maine Fire-Rescue, Hallowell Fire Department, Belgrade Fire Department, and all of Lakes Region Mutual Aid! We appreciate you all coming out and assisting us!

05/04/2026

Today, May 4th, we recognize International Firefighters’ Day.

We honor the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of firefighters everywhere, and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

From all of us at Manchester Fire Department, thank you to those who continue to answer the call and serve their communities every day.

From the Chief:

Thank you to all past and present firefighters of the Manchester Fire Department. It is a privilege to serve as your Chief.

You are the reason this town remains a safe place. The sacrifices you’ve made, seen and unseen, do not go unnoticed.

Thank you for everything you do.

04/30/2026

We’re excited to announce the appointment of Alex Totman as the new Fire Chief of the Manchester Fire Department!

This is an exciting time for our department and community, and we’re looking forward to the leadership, vision, and direction Chief Totman will bring in his new role. His experience and commitment to service make us confident that great things are ahead.

We’re proud to have him leading our department and can’t wait to see the positive impact he’ll make. Congratulations, Chief Totman!

04/29/2026

We had a great time out training on pumping, drafting, and flowing water! These skills are critical to making sure we’re ready when our community needs us most, and it’s always valuable to get hands-on practice and work together as a team.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello, ask questions, and show their support. We truly appreciate the encouragement and the chance to connect with the community we’re proud to serve.

Stay safe, and as always, don’t hesitate to reach out or stop by if you see us training!

01/27/2026

Manchester Fire Departments calls for service from 1/25/2026 to 1/27/2026

1/25/2026 at 2157, Manchester Fire was requested to Winthrop for a possible structural fire. Car 1 and Engine 2 responded totaling a crew of 6. Winthrop Fire Department was able to get the fire under control before Manchester arrived on scene.

1/26/2026 at 0004, Manchester Fire was dispatched to a CO Alarm. Car 1 and Engine 2 responded totaling a crew of 7. Arriving on scene, it was determined that it was an active chimney fire. Manchester units quickly extinguished the fire with no damage to the structure.

1/26/2026 at 0903, Manchester Fire was dispatched to a fully involved vehicle fire. Car 1, Engine 2 and Tank 1 responded totaling a crew of 5. Manchester units extinguished the vehicle, but was deemed a total loss.

1/26/2026 at 1143, Manchester Fire was requested to Hallowell for a Fire Alarm. Car 1, Engine 2 and Brush 1 responded totaling a crew of 4. The cause was determined to be a burst water pipe.

1/27/2026 at 0654, Manchester Fire was requested to Hallowell for a possible propane leak. Car 1 and Engine 2 responded totaling a crew of 6. It was determined that it was a blow off valve releasing pressure from a propane delivery early in the morning.

1/27/2026 at 0750, Manchester Fire responded to a single vehicle crash in Hallowell. Car 1 and Engine 2 responded totaling a crew of 6. Manchester units assitied with traffic control.

1/27/2026 at 0855, Manchester Fire Engine 2 came across a 4 vehicle crash on Route 17. Car 1 responded to assist totaling a crew of 7. Manchester units assisted with traffic control.

Address

37 Readfield Road
Manchester, ME
04351

Website

https://www.manchesterme.org/fire-department

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