Ellsworth Fire Department

05/23/2026

We all know the dangers of propane. We use it with caution.

We all know the dangers of hundreds of gallons of heating oil in our basements. We use it with caution.

It’s not a scare tactic. We need to know the dangers of lithium ion batteries and use them cautiously.

A fire started by a lithium ion battery left to charge while the homeowners went to dinner claimed a house, garage and a half-acre of land off Peninsula Drive Friday

05/21/2026

A perfect fire break.

05/18/2026

Engine Operation Training with Dedham and Mount Desert.

05/16/2026

KTF-RFB

Augusta – The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has identified the firefighter killed in the line of duty in yesterday’s Searsmont explosion as 27-year-old Morrill Firefighter Andrew Cross. State Fire Marshal Shawn Esler said, “Our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers are with the firefighter’s family, loved ones, and colleagues during this devastating time.

The Maine State Police will assist with the honorable transfer this morning from the Medical Examiner’s Office at 34 Hospital Street. The procession will travel along Route 3 to Risposta’s Funeral Home in Belfast. Further information on funeral arrangements and memorial services will be shared as details become available.

05/10/2026

Trying out the HEN Nozzles.

05/06/2026

We would like to thank Danny’s Pizza for staying open past closing time to feed us while crews were out on an extended call.

05/06/2026

A clean undercarriage is a happy undercarriage.

05/05/2026

It has been 5 years since the Ellsworth Fire Department, and the surrounding departments lost a great one.
RFB-KTF
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05/03/2026

Have a memory to share of DC Bobby Dorr? Please click the link and do so.

Deputy Chief Robert Dorr Jr., age 43, of the Ellsworth Fire Department died on May 5, 2021, from complications of cancer.