North Yarmouth Crews Responded to Detached Garage Fire

North Yarmouth, ME — October 13 — On October 13, 2026, North Yarmouth Fire Rescue and several nearby fire departments responded to a fire at a detached garage located near 290 Walnut Hill Road. The dispatch was received at 9:13 a.m.

Cumberland Tower 107 and North Yarmouth Engine 52 were the first to arrive and noticed smoke coming from the detached garage. Cumberland Car 1 then requested an all-hands response, bringing more resources to the scene.

Pownal Tank 4 and Falmouth Engine 2 were sent to help, while New Gloucester Engine 3 stayed at its station to provide coverage. An additional ambulance was also requested, and Gray Ambulance was assigned to support North Yarmouth.

Engine 52 and Tower 107 were responsible for attacking and extinguishing the fire and conducting overhaul operations.

Yarmouth Engine 81 set up a water supply by connecting a hose line from a hydrant to the scene. The crew also helped with ventilation and overhaul tasks. Falmouth Engine 2 was designated as the rapid intervention team (RIT), which remained on standby to assist in case a firefighter encountered an emergency.

The initial responding companies made progress in controlling the fire, while the mutual-aid departments supported various aspects of the operation, including fire suppression, water supply, and firefighter safety.

This response demonstrated the coordination between neighboring fire departments in handling an active incident.

North Yarmouth Fire Rescue, based at 463 Walnut Hill Road, frequently collaborates with surrounding communities to provide emergency services and mutual aid.