*IN CASE OF EMERGENCY DIAL 911*
State of Maine Wildfire Danger Report
The Portage Lake Fire Department is a skilled and higly-motivated group of volunteers who dedicate their time to make sure Portage Lake and the surrounding areas are protected from fire and other emergencies.
Meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month. We are always looking for able-bodied & self-motivated people to join the Department! You could earn an extra $1,000+ per year! FMI contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the town office 207-435-4361.
Fire Department Members & Officers:
| Brian Cote | Chief |
| Brad Boutot | Asst. Chief |
| David Pierce | Captain |
| Jesse Pinette | Leuitenant |
| Tom Raymond | Training Officer |
| Margaret Pierce | Secretary |
| Jason Goodblood | |
| Lawrence Duchette | |
| Douglas Burke | |
| Korey DeBoth |
Burn Permits: If you would like to have a brush fire that is not contained within a fire-ring, please contact local Fire Warden Brian Cote 207-762-2660 or Deputy Fire Warden Matt Boutot at Coffin's Genl. Store @ 207-435-2811. You can also request an online burn permit directly from the State of Maine. *You MUST call or text Chief Cote @ 207-762-2660 if you are getting an online permit from the State!*
Will your home survive a fire? Here is a link to Maine Forest Service's Tips for Homeowners: Firewise USA: Forest Protection: Maine Forest Service: Protection Division - Forest Rangers