WELCOME TO THE SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT

The Scarborough Fire Department provides fire protection, advanced life support emergency medical services, and search and rescue services to the residents and visitors of Scarborough and the ocean waters along our coastline. Deep in tradition, our department started as a volunteer organization in 1914, and has grown to a combination full-time, call, and per-diem department. In fiscal year 2009 we responded to 3,703 calls for service.

ADMINISTRATION

The Administration, which is directed by the Fire Chief and 4 Deputy Chiefs, is responsible for the operation of the Scarborough Fire Department.

SUPPRESSION DIVISION

The Fire Suppression/Operations Division is responsible for the control and extinguishment of fires, as well as mitigating hazardous conditions including an active marine rescue team. The department responds from six neighborhood fire stations, that are equipped with 6 pumpers, 2 ladders, 2 mini-pumpers, and a heavy rescue truck.

EMS DIVISION

The Emergency Medical Services Division is responsible for responding to individuals in need of emergency medical attention. We provide paramedic level advanced life support service including emergency transport to the various local hospitals emergency departments. All EMS personnel are trained as firefighters, and assist the suppression division at fires, unless a citizen or firefighter needs medical attention. EMS also sets up a medical intervention post at major incidents and at our evacuation shelter in case of natural disasters or other emergencies.

FIRE PREVENTION DIVISION

The Fire Prevention Division is responsible for all construction plans reviews, enforcing the town’s fire sprinkler and fire alarm ordinances, and educating the public about fire safety. The Scarborough Fire Department has a detailed commercial site plan and construction permit process. The process forms and applications are available on-line from this site. More information is available on Inspections and Codes and on Public Education.

SPECIALTY TEAMS

Special response teams made up of dedicated members from all divisions of the fire department respond to certain types of calls. These teams include the Extrication Team, HAZ-MAT, the Canteen, Honor Guard, Marine Rescue, and the Arson Investigation Team.

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY

The Scarborough Emergency Management Agency is responsible for managing large scale incidents that threaten the health and welfare of our citizens or damage property. The EMA Office also works with other agencies to insure that the critical infrastructure in town such as roads and bridges, and gas and electric utilities are protected. The local EMA Office is also responsible for compiling records and seeking federal and state reimbursement for the costs of mitigating natural or man-made disasters following a Presidential disaster declaration. Detailed information is available on Preparedness, Response, Recovery, Mitigation, About Us, Weather Links, Maine EMA, Public Safety Links, and Historical Reports.

FIRE DEPARTMENT STAFF

Name	Phone	E-Mail
B. Michael Thurlow Fire Chief	730-4201
Glen Deering Deputy Chief - Operations	730-4202
Anthony Attardo, Jr. Deputy Chief - EMS	730-4203
Gary Sandler Deputy Chief - Call Company	730-4204
Wes Merritt Deputy Chief - Call Company	730-4205
David Jackson Captain - Fire Prevention	730-4208
Robert Carson Captain - Fire Prevention	730-4206
Julie Sanford Office Administrator	730-4220
Megan Bonnett Administrative Assistant	730-4299

MISSION STATEMENT

The Scarborough Fire Department’s mission is to provide a range of progressive programs and compassionate, prompt, professional services designed to protect the lives and property of all who live, work, and visit our community from the adverse effects of fires, medical emergencies and exposure to other dangerous conditions through education, prevention, and incident stabilization.

We accomplish this mission by maintaining a well equipped, highly trained, and motivated force of professional fire fighters and rescue personnel who respond to the emergency needs of the community while promoting safety, fire prevention, and other public safety education programs.

VISION STATEMENT

The Scarborough Fire Department will continuously strive to meet the changing needs of our community by:

• Being committed to our values, mission, and dedication to our fire service profession.
• Being accountable to those we serve, each other, and all organizations we interact with.
• Being role models in the community and leaders in our profession.
• Being driven to provide a cost effective and efficient fire protection and EMS service while honoring our values, accomplishing our mission, and achieving our goals.
• Providing outstanding public service with respect, honesty and integrity, through the use of modern technology, innovative training, advanced equipment, and responsive actions.
• Leading our department into the future through productive teamwork, open and honest communications, and participative decision-making throughout the organization.

SCARBOROUGH FIRE DEPARTMENT LINKS

• Commercial Site Plan and Construction Permit Process [pdf]
• Construction Permit Application [pdf]
• Application for Alarm System Permit [pdf]
• Sprinkler / Suppression System Permit [pdf]
• Knox Box for Commercial Buildings [pdf]
• Statistics [pdf]
• Calendar

One can also visit our Links Page for a more comprehensive set of relevant links.