There are several misunderstandings about when to call an ambulance and what happens after you arrive at the hospital. The information below is intended to clarify common myths and provide accurate guidance.

Myth: “If I can drive, I should drive myself.”

Truth: If someone is experiencing a potentially life-threatening emergency—such as severe chest pain, difficulty breathing, stroke symptoms, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Never drive through standing or moving water. What appears to be a shallow puddle may conceal a washed-out road, debris, or a dangerous drop-off.
Water can move quickly. Just 12 inches of moving water can carry away a small vehicle, and even less can cause a driver to lose control.
If you see water covering the roadway, turn around and find another route. Do not assume you ... (Full Story & Photos)

🚒🚑 Ready When You Need Us 🚑🚒

When you hear a fire truck leaving the station or see an ambulance responding to an emergency, you're witnessing the result of countless hours of preparation.

Emergency response doesn't begin when the alarm sounds. It begins long before the call comes in.

Every day, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics work to ensure that our apparatus, equipment, and personnel are ... (Full Story & Photos)

Practicing essential electrical safety at home helps prevent shocks, short circuits, and dangerous fires.
Do not overload outlets. Plug only one high-power or heat-producing appliance, such as a toaster or space heater, into a receptacle at a time.
Install ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in moisture-prone areas like kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoors. These devices instantly cut power during ... (Full Story & Photos)

Please consider joining our friends at the Great Valley Community Organization and the American Red Cross on October 16, 2026 to donate blood!... (Full Story & Photos)