West Frankfort Fire Department

09/11/2026

07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th!

07/03/2026

We’re sending our heart felt thoughts and prayers to the Robbins family as they suffer the loss of one of their own. RIP Alden Robbins.

Statements Released Following Passing of Alden Robbins

The Maine Department of Public Safety is sharing the following statement provided by the Robbins family regarding the passing of Alden Robbins, who died on July 2, 2026, from injuries sustained in the May 15, 2026, explosion and fire at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont. A statement from the Department of Public Safety follows the family’s statement.

Statement from the Robbins Family

It is with profound sadness that the Robbins family announces the passing of Alden J. Robbins, who died on July 2, 2026, from injuries sustained in the tragic accident at Robbins Lumber on May 15, 2026.

We are heartbroken by the loss of a beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. Alden was the heart of our family in so many ways, and nothing mattered more to him than the people he loved. Throughout his battle, he fought with extraordinary courage and determination, holding on so that his family could have precious time with him. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by those who loved him.

Our family is deeply grateful for the exceptional care provided by the medical teams at Maine Medical Center in Portland and at the Sumner Redstone Burn Center at Massachusetts General Hospital. Their skill, compassion, and unwavering dedication went far beyond what could ever have been expected. They cared not only for Alden, but for our entire family during the most difficult days of our lives, and we will always be grateful.

We are also profoundly thankful for the countless prayers, messages of support, acts of kindness, and generosity shown by our employees, friends, neighbors, the forest products community, first responders, and people from across Maine and beyond. Your support has been a source of strength for our family.

A celebration of Alden's life will be held at a later date, with details to be shared when arrangements have been made.

At this time, we respectfully ask for privacy as our family mourns this tremendous loss and begins to navigate life without someone who meant so much to all of us.

The Robbins Family

Statement Department of Public Safety

The Department of Public Safety extends its sincere condolences to the Robbins family on the loss of Alden Robbins. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones, the Robbins Lumber family, and everyone affected by this tragedy. We ask that the family's privacy be respected during this difficult time.

06/30/2026

⚠️ Heat Advisory issued June 30 at 1:57PM EDT until July 1 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

Areas Affected

Southern Somerset; Interior Waldo

Details

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 103 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 108 possible.

* WHERE...Interior Waldo and Southern Somerset Counties.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Thursday morning through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight low temperatures will only fall into the 70s, resulting in accumulated heat stress.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

06/26/2026

Service for FF/Medic Adrian Stone

06/26/2026

RIP to our long time member, FF/Medic Adrian Stone. We have the watch from here.

06/22/2026

We regret to inform the passing of our long time firefighter Adrian Stone. Adrian devoted many years of his life in Fire and EMS. He’s held crew Chief titles with St. George and Searsport Ambulance services, along with being a paramedic with Belfast, Capital, Stockton Springs, Winterport and Bucksport Fire and Ambulance services.

He’s been an instructor, educator, coach, and mentor to so many over his career. If he was in an area where there was an emergency, he’d always stop to see if he could lend a helping hand. Adrian was our training officer and was the public health nurse for Frankfort for many years as well. The amount of lives he’s touched are endless, his smile and sense of humor was like no other.

Thank you Adrian for your years of service to the communities you served.

Rest easy brother, we have the watch from here.

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06/21/2026

Wishing all the Dad’s a Happy Father’s Day today! We have some great ones on our Dept and give thanks for that. We hope you all have a great day!

06/14/2026

Today, we learned that Assistant Chief Woodbury passed away as a result of injuries sustained during the tragic explosion at Robbins Lumber in Searsmont on May 15, 2026. Assistant Chief Woodbury had been receiving treatment at Maine Medical Center in Portland since the incident. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and members of Searsmont Fire Dept during this difficult time. Rest easy Chief Woodbury. Your watch is over. We have it from here.

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05/25/2026

Remembering and Honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for us…today and everyday. The weather is less than desirable, but we hope everyone has a good day. Be safe in your travels and remember, in and emergency, we’ll be there!