St Maries Fire Protection District

06/02/2026

The students of Harrison Elementary celebrated the end of the school year with a fun-filled day at the park. The St. Maries Fire Protection District was happy to join the festivities and help everyone cool off with a refreshing water spray from one of our fire engines!

We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and memorable summer break.

05/26/2026

On May 24, 2026, at approximately 12:31 p.m., St. Maries Fire Protection District responded to a reported structure fire at an unoccupied residence located at 209 College Avenue. Upon arrival, crews found fire conditions at the rear of the structure and immediately initiated fire attack operations to contain and extinguish the fire.

St. Maries Fire responded with:
2 Water Tenders
3 Engines
1 Command Vehicle
14 Firefighters

We were assisted by our mutual aid partners:
Fernwood Fire Department – 1 Engine and 5 Firefighters
Emida Fire Department – 1 Tender, 1 Command Vehicle, and 4 Firefighters

Additional support was provided by:
• Benewah EMS
• St. Maries Police Department
• Benewah County Sheriff’s Office
• Avista Utilities

We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the community members who brought drinks and supported our firefighters while operating on scene. Your kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated and mean more than you know during incidents like these.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

Thank you to all agencies and community members for working together to keep our community safe.

05/18/2026

The 2026 World Jet Boat Races.

A huge thank you to the firefighters and EMT’s of the St. Maries Fire and Fernwood Fire for your dedication, and commitment to keeping racers, crews, and spectators safe throughout this incredible event. We truly appreciate the hard work, long hours, and professionalism you bring to our communities.

05/09/2026

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

Starting Sunday, May 10th, Burn Permits will be required for any outdoor burning with the exception of campfires.

The following Burn Type Restrictions will be in effect:

Permitted Burn Types:
• Residential yard waste/small slash piles
(Maximum size: 5 feet high x 5 feet wide)
• W**d control along ditch banks and fence lines
• Burn barrels
(Not allowed within the St. Maries Fire Protection District boundary)

Prohibited Burn Types:
• Medium slash piles
(Maximum pile size: 10 feet high x 10 feet wide)
• Large slash piles
(Piles larger than 10 feet high and 10 feet wide)

Please burn responsibly, have water and tools available, and never leave a fire unattended.

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04/27/2026

The St. Maries Fire Protection District proudly honors the brave firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Bathed in red, we remember their courage, their service, and their commitment to protecting others no matter the cost. Their legacy lives on in every call we answer and every life we serve.

Please join us in taking a moment to honor and remember our fallen brothers and sisters.

We honor. We remember. We never forget.

04/26/2026

We want to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support Michael at our Spaghetti feed. Because of your generosity, we were able to raise a significant amount of money to help with his medical journey. We truly have the most supportive and amazing community. The turnout was incredible, and it means more than words can express.

To every volunteer who gave their time, energy, and heart thank you. We couldn’t have done it without you!