Waterville Fire - Rescue

Recently, we celebrated the retirement of Lt. Steve Francoeur.

Lt. Francoeur has served on the department's call-force for 30 years and also held an EMT license. In the past 30 years on fire calls, you were almost guaranteed to see Steve on the fireground and leading a company of firefighters in fire suppression, overhaul and any other task that was asked of him. Likewise, you would see Steve on vehicle extrications, technical rescues, RIT and medical calls (such as cardiac arrests) providing his knowledge and expertise in getting the job done.

His dedication to this department and to the City of Waterville, Maine will be remembered for years to come. In the fire service, it is incredibly difficult to replace the talent, experience and know-how of a 30 year veteran firefighter.

Thank you, Lieutenant for your hard work and dedication over the past three decades. Enjoy retirement AND your family, but most of all, enjoy being a grandfather!!

PRIDE IN DUTY

One more week to get applications submitted for a Community Paramedicine position!

The Waterville Fire Department is now accepting applications for an anticipated, grant funded position for Community Paramedicine. This will be a fulltime, salaried position that will exclusively address community health needs. Please see posting below for more information and feel free to share!

Come work for a fast paced, forward-thinking department! If mobile integrated healthcare/community paramedicine is an interest of yours, this may be the perfect fit!

https://www.waterville-me.gov/jobs.aspx

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City of Waterville, Maine
Waterville Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1608

The Waterville Fire Department announces a pre-hospital newborn delivery!

In the early morning hours of September 2nd, EMS was requested to an address here in the city for labor contractions. At the time, imminent delivery was not occurring and procedurally, the patient was transported to MaineGeneral Health - Alfond Center for Health in Augusta. Approximately one mile from ACH, mom suddenly felt the urge to push and delivered her baby boy in the back of the ambulance. The two were then transported to the obstetrical (OB) unit at ACH and the newborn baby was adorned with our newborn baby beanie that all of our OB kits contain!

This is the second field delivery our department has had since in-hospital OB units have closed in the City of Waterville. Our closest OB units are at ACH and Redington-Fairview Hospital in Skowhegan.

Our department has submitted this case to the Maine EMS Stork Pin Program for recognition of this field delivery AND for a job well done by our crew! Congratulations goes to (L to R in picture):

FF/AEMT Nick Huber
FF/Paramedic Courtney Munger
FF/EMT Carter Bragg

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Waterville Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1608

This was a great site visit from representatives from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Maine DHHS, Maine CDC and Maine EMS. We discussed rural health challenges and successes regarding community paramedicine.

Maine EMS Director O'Neal and members of the Rural Health Transformation Program at Maine DHHS had the opportunity last week to visit and meet with Chief Flannery and learn about the Community Paramedicine efforts at Waterville Fire - Rescue. It was informative and insightful!

The Waterville Fire Department extends immense appreciation to the Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCA at the Alfond Youth & Community Center on this solemn day. We appreciate your support!

Today, we remember 9/11.

25 years has gone by since 2,753 people lost their lives in New York with 343 being members of the New York City Fire Department (FDNY). Firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and police officers made the ultimate sacrifice saving countless lives in the World Trade Center towers.

We must also remember the lives lost at the Pentagon and in Shanksville, PA that day as well. We will always honor their memories and remember the heroes of that fateful day.

NEVER FORGET

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Happy Labor Day from the Waterville Fire Department!

Today, we recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers throughout our community and across our nation. From healthcare professionals and educators to public works crews, tradespeople, first responders, and countless others, your commitment helps keep our communities strong and moving forward.

As always, the members of the Waterville Fire Department are proud to serve and stand alongside the hardworking men and women who make Maine a great place to live and work.

Have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day with family and friends!

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The Waterville Fire Department is now accepting applications for an anticipated, grant funded position for Community Paramedicine. This will be a fulltime, salaried position that will exclusively address community health needs. Please see posting below for more information and feel free to share!

Come work for a fast paced, forward-thinking department! If mobile integrated healthcare/community paramedicine is an interest of yours, this may be the perfect fit!

https://www.waterville-me.gov/jobs.aspx

PRIDE IN DUTY






City of Waterville, Maine
Waterville Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1608

Puppies are cute, curious creatures...sometimes too curious!

Recently, crews from C-Shift were called to assist this cute 4-legged lady due to curiosity being TOO much and she got her head in a tight spot on the Two Cent Bridge. Crews were able to free her so she was able to continue her puppy adventures with her mom!

We all know, dogs can do no wrong.

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