Owls Head Fire Department

09/01/2026

🚒 August 2026 Monthly Report: Owls Head Fire Department
August kept us moving as summer rolled along! From upgrading our gear to regional training drills, here is a look at how our month went:

📊 Monthly Call Volume
Our department responded to 5 calls for service in August:

1 Structure Fire

1 Mutual Aid Woods Fire

1 Fire Alarm

1 Elevator Alarm

1 Tree in the Road

🦺 New Gear Update: SCBA In-Service Training
We are gearing up for a major safety upgrade! This month, our members completed mandatory in-service training on our new SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) units, led directly by the manufacturer's representative. Completing this hands-on training is a required step before these state-of-the-art air packs can officially be placed on the trucks and put into service for our crew.

🚗 Regional Joint Training: Vehicle Extrication
Auto accidents require fast, precise work. For our second August training focus, we joined forces with our mutual aid partners from Rockland Fire Department, Thomaston Fire Department, and South Thomaston Fire Department for a massive joint session on vehicle extrication techniques.

Practicing heavy tool operations alongside neighboring crews ensures we operate as one unified team when seconds count on the road.

🌲 Late Summer Safety Note
Late summer can bring dry conditions and pop-up storms. Please keep an eye out for fallen limbs or trees across local roads, and as always, double-check your burn permits and campfire safety before lighting up outside.

Stay safe, Owls Head!

08/29/2026

Tonight we assisted our neighbors South Thomaston Emergency Services with a stubborn woods fire that got underground into the root system. South Thomaston crews arrived made it down the tight and long woods road and began to extinguishing the fire. Due to road conditions and small road water had to be shuttled in with smaller 1800 gallon tankers. Our E-2 and Saint Georges tanker responded to assist with water supply. This was great teamwork by all. It made clean up easy with many hands and everyone was out of the woods by dark!

08/06/2026

Very strong work today by all on this very hot and humid day. We want to say thank you to our team today and also a big thank you to our mutual aid partners including the dispatch center.

OWLS HEAD – A potential structure fire was quickly suppressed on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, thanks to neighbors on the Lighthouse Road, in Owls Head, who happened to look toward the neighboring property at just the right time.

08/04/2026

🚒 July 2026 Monthly Report: Owls Head Fire Department
July was a fast-paced month for our department! Between summer vacationers, busy roads, and local events, our crew was on high alert keeping the community safe.

📊 Monthly Call Volume
In July, we responded to 10 calls for service:

5 Fire Alarms

2 Ambulance Assists

2 Service Calls

1 Car Accident

☀️ Peak Season in Owls Head
During the peak summer months, our population grows significantly! Between our two state parks, public beaches, the Knox County Regional Airport, and the Owls Head Transportation Museum, we see visitors from all over the country. We love welcoming everyone to our beautiful coastal town, and our volunteer crew works hard to keep both residents and guests safe during this high-volume season.

🎯 Training Focus: Fire Scene Setup & Command
With extra traffic and seasonal activity, seamless scene management is crucial. For our July training, we focused on initial fire scene setup:

Establishing Incident Command early to organize the scene quickly.

Advancing Fire Attack Lines efficiently straight from the apparatus.

Establishing Initial Water Supply to maintain uninterrupted suppression.

Managing Incoming Mutual Aid so our neighboring departments can integrate smoothly as soon as they arrive on scene.

🧯 Equipment & Safety Compliance
Safety and reliability are our top priorities. In July, we completed annual hose testing for our entire fleet in accordance with NFPA guidelines. This rigorous testing ensures that every foot of hose on our engines will perform reliably under pressure when seconds count.

🚗 Summer Safety Reminder
With heavy summer traffic on our roads, please remember to keep your distance, avoid distracted driving, and always pull to the right for emergency vehicles running lights and sirens.

Stay safe and enjoy the rest of your summer, Owls Head!

08/03/2026

Our neighbors are doing great things! This is just one of many!

This September, Rockland Firefighter Elliot Stanley will take on the 50K Megunticook Trail Festival. It is one of Maine's toughest trail races. On September 12, 2026, he'll traverse more than 90% of the trail system in Camden Hills State Park, taking on miles of rugged terrain.

Elliot will be running to raise money for the Portland Firefighters Children's Burn Foundation, an organization that supports burn survivors and their families through financial assistance, education, recovery programs, and experiences that help children and adults heal long after they leave the hospital.

One of their programs is the Foundation's Fire & Ice Camp, which brings young burn survivors together each winter for a week of healing, confidence-building, and unforgettable experiences. Each year, campers make a special stop at the Rockland Fire Department, where they're welcomed by our members and get to spend time with the crews. It's a tradition we're proud to be a part of!

Another reason we have chosen to support their Foundation is because of the significant support they provided to everyone affected by the Searsmont explosion. Foundation members were waiting at the hospital, covered hotel stays for family members, and helped provide support during an incredibly difficult time. They are a Maine-based foundation that shows up for Mainers in some of their hardest moments, and we want to support the incredible work they do.

At Americus Hook and Ladder, we're honored to support Elliot's efforts.

From now through September 11, 100% of all cash and check donations made to Americus Hook and Ladder will be donated directly to the Portland Firefighters Children's Burn Foundation in support of Elliot's fundraiser.

Every donation, big or small, helps provide hope, support, and resources to burn survivors and their families.

Please join us in cheering Elliot on as he prepares for race day, and if you're able, consider making a donation to this incredible cause. Thank you for helping us support burn survivors, their families, and our fellow firefighters throughout Maine.

Donations can be mailed or dropped off at:
Attn: Americus Hook and Ladder
118 Park Street
Rockland, ME 04841

If donating by check, please make checks payable to:
Americus Hook and Ladder.

Online Donations:
https://donorbox.org/embed/50k-for-portland-firefighters-children-s-burn-foundation?

08/02/2026

What a great last day at the Owls Head Transportation Museum! Thank you to all who showed for the show and the pilots that kept everything safe! See you next year!

08/02/2026

What a great first day of the Owls Head Transportation Museums Wings and Wheels airshow! A great day was had!

07/24/2026

If you are curious about the 2026-27 Fire Department budget break down it is posted on the front window of the fire station.

07/12/2026

🚒 June 2026 Monthly Report: Owls Head Fire Department
June was an incredible month for growth, teamwork, and big achievements at the Owls Head Fire Department. We are officially heading into summer stronger than ever!

📊 Monthly Call Volume
Our department responded to 6 calls for service in June:

3 General Fire Alarms

1 Outside Fire

1 CO Alarm

1 Utility Problem

🧑‍🚒 Growing the Team: Welcoming 2 New Members!
We are thrilled to welcome two new firefighters to our roster—and both are Owls Head residents who live and work right here in our community:

One member joins us brand new to the fire service and will be working hard toward full certification.

Our second new hire comes to us already fully certified as an interior firefighter.

Please give them a warm welcome when you see them around town!

🎓 Academy Graduates & Certification Wins!
A massive congratulations to our two firefighters who officially graduated from the Knox County Fire Training Academy!

Not only did they finish the rigorous academy, but they are also now Pro Board Certified to the Fire Fighter II level. We are incredibly proud of the time, sweat, and dedication they poured into this journey, and we can’t wait to see them put their advanced skills to work for the citizens of Owls Head and beyond. 🏁🏆

💧 & 🪓 June Training: Local Infrastructure & Advanced Rescue
Our training this month was two-fold and kept our skills sharp:

Dry Hydrant Testing: We headed out into the field to train on our new dry hydrants located at the fire pond in the village and the fire pond on Lighthouse Road. Getting familiar with these water sources ensures quick deployment during an emergency.

Vent-Enter-Search (VES): We teamed up again with our mutual aid partners at the Rockland Fire Department and Thomaston Fire Department to practice VES. This is a critical, high-stakes tactic used to make rapid rescues directly through windows in burning structures.

☀️ Summer Safety Reminder
With the summer season in full swing, our roads are busier and the weather is warmer. Keep your eyes on the road, watch out for emergency vehicles, and stay hydrated out there!

Stay safe, Owls Head!