Ballston Lake Emergency Squad

06/05/2026

🚑 Thank you to WRGB CBS 6 News, Albany for helping shine a light on the challenges facing EMS in New York State.

Watch the story below and help spread awareness about why EMS must be recognized as an essential service.

https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/ballston-lake-ems-sounds-alarm-on-not-being-considered-essential

Under New York law, police and fire departments have to respond to emergencies but not ambulance services.

06/05/2026

Anthony Krolikowski from CBS 6 stopped by Ballston Lake EMS today to discuss the ongoing challenges facing EMS agencies across New York State and the importance of ensuring reliable emergency medical services for our communities.

Be sure to tune in tonight at 5:00 PM and 6:00 PM on CBS 6 to catch the story.

05/21/2026

911 still rings.
But what happens when there’s no ambulance left to answer?

A short look into the growing EMS crisis in New York State. Full documentary on our website: https://ballstonlakeems.org/essential/

05/19/2026

This morning, our crews attended the annual New York State EMS Memorial Service during EMS Week. EMS agencies from across New York State gathered to honor and remember EMS providers who have passed, recognizing their dedication, sacrifice, and lasting impact on the communities they served. Today, we stand together in remembrance of those who answered the call before us.

05/18/2026

Every day, people call 911 expecting help to come.
But in New York State, EMS is still not considered an essential service.

“If EMS Went Dark” explores the growing challenges facing emergency medical services and what happens if the system begins to fail.

Watch the full documentary here: https://ballstonlakeems.org/essential/

05/18/2026

Happy EMS Week 2026!

At Ballston Lake Emergency Squad, we’ve put together a short documentary highlighting an issue many people don’t realize:

EMS is still not universally recognized as an essential service in New York State.

Every day, EMTs and paramedics respond to emergencies, provide lifesaving care, and serve as a critical link between the public and the healthcare system — yet EMS agencies across New York continue to face significant funding, staffing, and operational challenges.

Please take a few minutes to watch and share this video to help educate the public on why EMS matters and how communities can help support the future of emergency medical services.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/SMMCwqdof7E

Thank you to all EMS professionals for your dedication, compassion, and sacrifice during EMS Week and every day.

What happens when you call 911… and no one comes?Every day across New York State, thousands of people rely on EMS without ever realizing how fragile the syst...

05/07/2026

As prom season begins, we want every student to make it home safely.

Prom should be remembered for the laughter, photos, friends, and memories — not tragedy. Every year, impaired and distracted driving changes lives in an instant. As first responders, these are calls we never want to answer.

Before heading out to prom or after-prom parties, make a plan:
• Have a sober driver
• Use a rideshare
• Stay with friends or family
• Speak up if someone shouldn’t be driving

One decision can save a life.

Please take a moment to watch and share this important message from Ballston Lake EMS.

⬇️ Linked video below.

https://youtu.be/mUi3PpjkOhA?si=NSz3KZL_wnpu-JF2

Every decision behind the wheel matters.This project was created by the members of Ballston Lake EMS to highlight the very real consequences of impaired driv...

05/04/2026

Keep on the lookout. 👀
Coming this EMS week