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Local Maine report says high fuel prices are affecting first responders in the state
Bailey Korinek: “First responders in the Bangor area say surging fuel prices are adding up quickly for fire, EMS, and law enforcement agencies”
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From a May 6, 2026, video uploaded to the YouTube channel of WCHS News Center Maine
BAILEY KORINEK (NEWS CENTER MAINE ANCHOR): Fighting over that vital shipping route is having a direct impact on Americans, including here in Maine. First responders in the Bangor area say surging fuel prices are adding up quickly for fire, EMS, and law enforcement agencies that rely on constant travel. Public safety officials say reaching both urban and rural communities means more miles on the road each day for crews covering the largest spread out region. They add that despite the increased costs, their commitment to serving the community remains unchanged. They say the response times and day-to-day operations will remain the same despite the spike in fuel costs.