PROTECTING THE LIVES

AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE

Proudly serving our community since 1963

We are a Volunteer Fire Department made up of 50 men and women with 3 stations covering Upper Kingsclear, Lower Kingsclear, Islandview, Deerwood, Hanwell, Ludford, Yoho, Smithfield, Lake George, New Market and mutual aid with Harvey, Dumfries, New Maryland, Keswick Ridge, Oromocto and Fredericton. Providing Fire Suppression, Fire Prevention and Rescue Services.

Commitment To Public Safety

The Upper King Fire Department is deeply committed to protecting lives, property, and the environment through rapid emergency response and proactive community education. Our dedication to public safety drives everything we do—from fire prevention to life-saving interventions.

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Fire Prevention

Protecting our community starts with awareness—fire prevention is everyone’s responsibility.

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Technical Rescue

Ready for any challenge, our Technical Rescue team is trained and equipped to handle complex emergencies with precision and expertise.

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Operation Force

Operation Force is our dedicated initiative to enhance emergency readiness, strengthen response capabilities, and foster community resilience.

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Active Accidents

Stay informed with real-time updates on active accidents and emergency responses in our area.

Meet Our Fearless Firefighters

Brent Libby

Captain

Shane Poore

Captain

Brigitte Brideau

Captain

Derek Libby

Captain

Recent
Updates

Stay up to date with the latest news, alerts, and community announcements from the Upper King Fire Department. From safety tips to recent incident reports, our updates keep you informed and prepared.

Fire
Alerts

A fire alert has been issued—please stay alert and follow all safety guidelines in your area. The Upper King Fire Department is actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available.

Weather
Conditions

Current weather conditions are closely monitored to ensure the safety of our community and emergency response teams. Stay updated here for alerts related to fire risk, severe weather, and environmental hazards.

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