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262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401

Phone:
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Bangor Fire Department

Mission Statement

The Mission of the Bangor Fire Department is the protection of life, property and the environment by providing a comprehensive response to all emergencies

Burn Permits

Always obtain a burn permit for open burning. Permitted fires will only be allowed on Low or Moderate Fire Danger days as determined by the Maine Forest Service. Them map can be viewed by clicking on the following link: Maine Fire Danger Map

Smoke Detectors

Working smoke alarms give you early warning so you can get outside quickly. Smoke alarms save lives. However, people who are deaf or hard of hearing may not be able to depend on the traditional smoke alarm to alert them to a fire. Click here for information about devices that may help.

Generator Safety

Use your generator safely during a power outage Generators are great, especially when you lose power. However, generators can be dangerous when not used properly.

Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas. It has no odor. It can make a person feel sick and can be deadly. In the home, heating and cooking devices that burn fuel can be sources of carbon monoxide.

Holiday and Christmas Tree Fire Safety

Decorating homes and businesses is a long-standing tradition around the holiday season. Unfortunately, these same decorations may increase your chances of fire.

Preventing Home Heating Fires

Heating is the second leading cause of U.S. home fires, deaths and injuries. December, January and February are the peak months for heating fires.

Heating Safety Recommendations from the Office of the State Fire Marshal

Burning Wood Safely

Properly installed, correctly used wood-burning appliances should generate very little smoke. If you regularly see or smell smoke, you may have a problem.

Thawing Frozen Water Pipes

Homeowners can use hair dryers, heat tape or space heaters on the affected areas. DO NOT use any open flames, such as torches, to thaw the pipes!

Driving in Snow and Ice

Experts say that 17% of all vehicle crashes occur during winter conditions. The best advice for driving in bad winter weather is not to drive at all, if you can avoid it. Don't go out until the snow plows and sanding trucks have had a chance to do their work, and allow yourself extra time to arrive at your destination.

The Dangers of Home Oxygen and Smoking

Smoking should not be allowed in a home where oxygen is used. Even if oxygen is not being used, it may have saturated the home including clothing, curtains, furniture, bedding, hair, and anything in the area.

Lightning Safety

NO PLACE outside is safe when thunderstorms are in the area! If you hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike you. When you hear thunder, immediately move to a safe shelter.

Hurricane Safety

Hurricane: Before, During and After the Storm If forecasters are beginning to talk about a hurricane or tropical storm possibly affecting Maine, get prepared now.

Contact Information

Fire Chief - Thomas E Higgins

Mailing Address
289 Main Street, Bangor, ME 04401

Emergencies
911

Medical Billing Questions?
207-992-4700

1-800-488-4351

or https://comstarbilling.com/

Fax
207-942-8213

Email
fire.dept@bangormaine.gov

Central Fire – 207-992-4700

Station 5 – 207-992-4680

Station 6 – 207-992-4690