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Franklin Maine Volunteer Fire Department

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Franklin Maine Volunteer Fire Department

We're a small town fire department in Maine, located in Hancock county

06/14/2026

Good morning Franklin,

We just wanted to let you all know that several area Fire Departments will be in town today for a training starting at 8am this morning.

Hope everyone has a great day today!

06/05/2026

Good morning Franklin,

Today our fire danger level drops back down to low.

Low. Fuels do not ignite readily from small firebrands, although a more intense *-heat-* source, such as lightning, may start many fires in duff or p***y wood. Fires in open cured grassland may burn freely a few hours after rain, but woods fires spread slowly by creeping or smoldering, and burn in irregular fingers. There is little danger of spotting.

The color code for Low is green

06/04/2026

Good morning Franklin,

Today we see a rise in fire danger level from Low to Moderate.

Moderate. Fires can start from most accidental causes, but with the exception of lightning fires in some areas, the number of starts is generally low. Fires in open-cured grassland will burn briskly and spread rapidly on windy days. Woods fires spread slowly to moderately fast. The average fire is of moderate intensity, although heavy concentrations of fuel, especially draped fuel, may burn hot. Short-distance spotting may occur, but is not persistent. Fires are not likely to become serious, and control is relatively easy.

The color code for Moderate is blue.

Have a great day and try to stay cool today. Remember campfire rings should only be 3'x3' or 3' round.

06/03/2026

Good morning Franklin,

Today's fire danger remains at Low

Low. Fuels do not ignite readily from small firebrands, although a more intense *-heat-* source, such as lightning, may start many fires in duff or p***y wood. Fires in open cured grassland may burn freely a few hours after rain, but woods fires spread slowly by creeping or smoldering, and burn in irregular fingers. There is little danger of spotting.

The color code for Low is green

05/24/2026

Hello Franklin, today's fire danger level is moderate

Moderate. Fires can start from most accidental causes, but with the exception of lightning fires in some areas, the number of starts is generally low. Fires in open-cured grassland will burn briskly and spread rapidly on windy days. Woods fires spread slowly to moderately fast. The average fire is of moderate intensity, although heavy concentrations of fuel, especially draped fuel, may burn hot. Short-distance spotting may occur, but is not persistent. Fires are not likely to become serious, and control is relatively easy.

The color code for Moderate is blue.

05/23/2026

Motor vehicle accident on hog Bay road just past the intersection of 200 and 182. Please seek alternate route. Road is currently closed to through traffic. We will update when the road is open

05/21/2026

Good morning Franklin, today's fire danger is high

High. All fine dead fuels ignite readily and fires start easily from most causes. Unattended brush and campfires are likely to escape. Fires spread rapidly and short-distance spotting is common. High-intensity burning may develop on slopes, in concentrations of fine fuel. Fires may become serious and their control difficult, unless they are hit hard and fast while small.

The color code for High is yellow.

05/20/2026

Today's fire danger level is high

High. All fine dead fuels ignite readily and fires start easily from most causes. Unattended brush and campfires are likely to escape. Fires spread rapidly and short-distance spotting is common. High-intensity burning may develop on slopes, in concentrations of fine fuel. Fires may become serious and their control difficult, unless they are hit hard and fast while small.
The color code for High is yellow.

05/19/2026

Good morning Franklin today's fire danger level is moderate.

Moderate. Fires can start from most accidental causes, but with the exception of lightning fires in some areas, the number of starts is generally low. Fires in open-cured grassland will burn briskly and spread rapidly on windy days. Woods fires spread slowly to moderately fast. The average fire is of moderate intensity, although heavy concentrations of fuel, especially draped fuel, may burn hot. Short-distance spotting may occur, but is not persistent. Fires are not likely to become serious, and control is relatively easy.

The color code for Moderate is blue.

05/16/2026

Good afternoon everyone,

Today's fire danger level is moderate

Moderate. Fires can start from most accidental causes, but with the exception of lightning fires in some areas, the number of starts is generally low. Fires in open-cured grassland will burn briskly and spread rapidly on windy days. Woods fires spread slowly to moderately fast. The average fire is of moderate intensity, although heavy concentrations of fuel, especially draped fuel, may burn hot. Short-distance spotting may occur, but is not persistent. Fires are not likely to become serious, and control is relatively easy.

The color code for Moderate is blue.

Address

1 Firehouse Lane
Franklin, ME
04634

Telephone

(207) 565-2929

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