Brownville Fire Rescue

06/05/2026

Logging company reporting a large forest fire crowning up in the trees in Brownville in Piscataquis county a forest ranger helicopter is on scene fire fighters hiking in they don't have immediate access it's a very remote fire the contractor estimated the fire was 4-5 acres as of a 6:10 PM Brownville and Milo units still committed forestry with extensive operation,air drops are in place,crews are in the woods crews will be on scene for a extensive amount of time

06/04/2026

Good Morning , today’s fire danger day is classified as high in zone 5, which is where Brownville is located.

Open burning permits will not be available on line or in person today .

Thank you for your understanding & cooperation.

06/01/2026

🚨 WHERE DO YOU CHARGE YOUR PHONE? 🚨

Many people charge their phones on beds, couches, or even under pillows—especially at night.

While modern phones and chargers have built-in safety features, charging on soft surfaces can trap heat and reduce ventilation.

🔥 Why does this matter?

Pillows, blankets, and mattresses are combustible materials. If a charger, cable, battery, or device develops a fault, the trapped heat can increase the risk of overheating and potentially start a fire.

⚠️ The risk becomes higher when using:
❌ Damaged charging cables
❌ Counterfeit or low-quality chargers
❌ Damaged or swollen batteries
❌ Devices covered by blankets or pillows while charging

✅ Charge safely:
• Place devices on a hard, stable surface
• Use original or certified chargers
• Replace damaged cables immediately
• Keep charging devices away from bedding and other combustibles
• Install working smoke alarms in your home

💡 Fire Safety Reminder:
A phone charger should not normally ignite bedding by itself. However, faulty equipment, damaged batteries, and trapped heat can create dangerous conditions that increase fire risk.

A simple change in charging habits can help keep your home and family safe. 🚒🔥

Where do you usually charge your phone? Let us know in the comments.

05/31/2026

Maine Chiefs, although this one is shared in NH, this grant applies to all of us in Maine also .

Go to the Maine Fire Maine Fire Chiefs Association web page or the New England Division of the IAFC’s web page for more information.

Connect with local fire departments to become a Volunteer Firefighter. Enjoy benefits & support. Join us today!

05/28/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Officials for the Town of Brownville are pleased to announce that they have been
awarded a Safety Grant by the Maine Municipal Association Workers Compensation
Fund in the amount of $2,724.00.

The Ed MacDonald Safety Grants and Scholarship provide financial assistance to members of the MMA Workers Compensation Fund to purchase safety equipment or services to assist in reducing the frequency and severity of workplace injuries. The grant
programs are designed to prevent injuries and improve workplace safety for our Maine employees. The reduction in employee injuries also benefits the taxpayers by lessening lost hours at work, cost of claims and potential overtime expenses for employees who
might have to fill in for injured co-workers.

The Maine Municipal Association has been awarding Safety Grants to members of the Workers’ Compensation fund since 1999. The Ed MacDonald Safety Grants and Scholarships are an example of a successful partnership that has been preventing workplace injuries by bestowing more than $7.1 million in the funding of 4,692 Safety
Grants and 581 Scholarship. Together we are building safe communities.
For more information about Maine Municipal Association Risk Management Service programs, including Safety Grant eligibility and applications, please visit
www.memun.org and click on the Risk Management Services link.

Brownville Fire Rescue

For additional information contact
Name: Chief Mitchell
Phone: 207-965-2561
Email: [email protected]

05/24/2026

May 24, 2026

05/21/2026

May 21, 2026: Fire danger is High statewide again today. No online burn permits will be issued.

05/20/2026

05/20/2026

May 20, 2026: Fire danger is High statewide today. No online burn permits will be issued.

05/18/2026

⚠️ THIS IS HOW HOUSE FIRES START — QUIETLY. ⚠️

At first glance, this may look normal.

But look closer:
❌ Multiple plugs crowded into one outlet
❌ Loose or overloaded connection
❌ Possible overheating risk behind the wall

What many people don’t realize is that overloaded outlets and poor plug connections can generate heat over time — even without sparks or flames visible.

🔥 Heat buildup inside an outlet can:
• Melt insulation
• Damage wiring
• Ignite nearby materials
• Start an electrical fire while people are asleep

🚨 WARNING SIGNS:
⚡ Warm or hot outlets
⚡ Burning smell
⚡ Flickering lights
⚡ Loose plugs
⚡ Buzzing sounds
⚡ Discoloration around outlets

✅ FIRE SAFETY TIPS:
• Avoid overloading outlets
• Do not force multiple adapters into one socket
• Use certified electrical devices
• Unplug unused appliances
• Replace damaged cords immediately
• Have faulty wiring checked by a licensed electrician

Remember:
Electrical fires often start silently behind walls before flames become visible.

Don’t wait for smoke before taking action.

🔥 Prevention is cheaper than recovery.

For educational purposes only.