Waterville Fire - Rescue

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Waterville Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1608

🚒 Waterville Fire Department – May 2026 Call Summary 🚑
In May 2026, the Waterville Fire Department responded to 526 total incidents, continuing to serve and protect our community around the clock.
Here’s the breakdown of calls for a very busy month:

🔴 Medical Emergencies (396 calls)
The majority of our responses were for medical assistance.
Busiest call types included:
• Falls (51)
• General/unspecified medical issues (36)
• Illness (35)
• Chest pain (28)
• Breathing problems (24)

🔥 Fires (11 calls)
Crews handled outside fires, vehicle fires, and structure-related incidents.

⚠️ Hazardous Situations (17 calls)
Most common:
• Downed or malfunctioning power lines (4)
• Gas leaks/odor investigations (4)
• Motor vehicle crashes (3)

🚨 Public Service Calls (65 calls)
Top calls:
• Life Safety Inspections (29)
• Various citizen assist calls

🔔 No Emergency / Alarm Calls (32 calls)
Mostly accidental and malfunctioning alarms.
🛠️ Rescue Calls (5 calls)
Included elevator rescues and vehicle extrications.

As always we appreciate the public's support in providing all-hazards emergency services. PRIDE IN DUTY