Butler County PA Emergency Services

05/22/2026

Download the PulsePoint Respond app today and help save a life!

“What makes this program especially meaningful is that it expands the chain of survival beyond public safety agencies and into the community itself,” said Cranberry Township EMS Chief Matt Nickl. https://buff.ly/xwDrLGY

05/21/2026

PulsePoint is now live in Butler County!

05/21/2026

Stay tuned for some exciting news!

PulsePoint is coming to Butler County!

PulsePoint empowers everyday citizens to provide assistance during time-sensitive medical emergencies. Individuals who are trained in CPR and willing to assist in emergencies can download the PulsePoint Respond app and receive alerts when someone nearby is experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest in a public location. The application simultaneously notifies nearby off-duty responders as advanced medical care is dispatched, allowing CPR to begin before first responders arrive on scene.

Community members are encouraged to download the FREE PulsePoint Respond app and obtain CPR certification. Check back for upcoming information on how to obtain CPR training!

Together, we can strengthen Butler County’s emergency response network and save lives!

https://www.pulsepoint.org/

05/18/2026

🥳🚑CELEBRATING NATIONAL EMS WEEK MAY 17-23, 2026🚑🥳

05/14/2026

Throughout the week of May 10th-May 16, 2026, we join in observing National Police week.

We honor the men and women who protect and serve our communities everyday and we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

We appreciate their courage, service and sacrifices.

05/05/2026

🚨ATTENTION: Verizon Wireless Outage & 9-1-1 Information🚨

We are aware that many Verizon Wireless customers are currently experiencing a service outage, with many devices displaying "SOS mode."

If you have an emergency and are unable to place a voice call to 9-1-1, please Text-to-9-1-1. This service is currently operational. Simply enter "911" in the "To" field of your messaging app and send a brief text with your location and the nature of your emergency.

IMPORTANT:
⚠️ DO NOT call 9-1-1 to "test" if your phone is working. This ties up emergency lines for those in life-threatening situations. To test your service, please call or text a friend or family member instead.

Troubleshooting Steps:
If you are without service, you may try the following:

✔️Enable Wi-Fi Calling: If you have access to Wi-Fi, go to your phone settings and ensure "Wi-Fi Calling" is turned on.

✔️Toggle Airplane Mode: Switch Airplane Mode on for 10 seconds and then off to force a network reconnection.

✔️Restart Your Device: A full power cycle can sometimes help your phone find a stable signal.

✔️Check network status: Use the Verizon Network Status Tool link below to see if a tower in Western PA is down. https://www.verizon.com/support/check-network-status/?msockid=04b244e44fd6610306d7529a4ed76066

✔️Toggle Data: Turn cellular data off and on.

✔️Reset Network Settings: on iPhones, go to settings>General>Transfer or reset>Reset>Reset Network Settings (this also resets Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available from Verizon.

Check network status

05/04/2026

To our firefighters across Butler County, we recognize your dedication, courage and professionalism on International Firefighters Day!

Thank you for all that you do in keeping Butler County safe! We are grateful for your service!

05/04/2026

🚨 FINAL REMINDER: Help Shape a Safer Butler County! 🚨

Our Hazard Mitigation Plan update is in full swing, and we need YOUR local expertise! Tomorrow is our public input meeting, and your feedback is essential to ensuring our community is prepared for future emergencies.

Why attend?

Identify Risks: Help us pinpoint where flooding, winter storms, or other hazards impact your neighborhood most.

Stay Eligible: Your participation helps our county and municipalities remain eligible for critical FEMA mitigation grants.

Ask Questions: Meet the team behind the plan and see the data we’re using to protect our infrastructure.

📅 WHEN: Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 5th
⏰ TIME: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 WHERE: Butler County Dept. of Emergency Services (McCune Drive)

Remember we also have our survey: https://forms.office.com/g/33C5zMbgz4

Hazard Mitigation is the work we do today to reduce the impact of tomorrow’s disasters. We hope to see you there!

05/04/2026

We are proud to announce that the Butler County Hazmat Team successfully completed their Act 165 Recertification Exercise last Tuesday! 🏆✅

This recertification is a rigorous process that ensures our responders are prepared for any challenge. Their success is a testament to their professionalism and dedication to the residents of Butler County.

Way to go, team! Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. 🤩👏

04/29/2026

⏳ 5-Day Countdown: Municipal Documentation & Next Steps

To our dedicated municipal partners and stakeholders:

We are entering a vital week for the "Operation Fast and Furious" Hazard Mitigation Plan. Please take note of the following reminders:

1. Documentation Deadline: 📝
There are only 5 days left to submit your initial kick-off meeting forms. Please ensure these are submitted by Tuesday, May 5.

2. Stakeholder Meeting (Hybrid): 🤝
Our next session is scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, at 6:00 PM.
In-Person: Butler County Department of Emergency Services 120 McCune Dr Butler, PA 16001
OR
Virtual: Check your email for the calendar invite. If you need the link resent, please reach out [email protected]

3. Spread the Word: 📣
Please share the Public Feedback Survey link with your residents!
https://forms.office.com/g/33C5zMbgz4
We also encourage you to invite them to the Public Meeting at 4:00 PM (In-person only) that same day and location.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we work through this condensed timeline together.