Onslow County Emergency Services

01/06/2022

Two FEMA Strike Team fully staffed ambulances are now on duty in Onslow County helping to deal with a COVID-19 surge in calls and staff shortages. Onslow Emergency Services reached out to FEMA for assistance who through partnerships are supplying the two teams. The two teams are from Medical Jets, an EMS system from Texas.

The two teams will be responding to calls over a 14-day period within Onslow County.

Two FEMA Strike Team fully staffed ambulances are now on duty in Onslow County helping to deal with a COVID-19 surge in calls and staff shortages. Onslow Emergency Services reached out to FEMA for assistance who through partnerships are supplying the two teams. The two teams are from Medical Jets, an EMS system from Texas.

The two teams will be responding to calls over a 14-day period within Onslow County.

12/01/2021

Don't forget to come out this Friday and donate with The Blood Connection. They will be at the Onslow County EOC from 9am-2pm. You can earn a $20 gift card for your donation. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N.

Don't forget to come out this Friday and donate with The Blood Connection. They will be at the Onslow County EOC from 9am-2pm. You can earn a $20 gift card for your donation. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N.

11/24/2021

Don't forget to donate Friday, December 3rd at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm and earn a $20 gift card from The Blood Connection. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

Don't forget to donate Friday, December 3rd at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm and earn a $20 gift card from The Blood Connection. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

11/24/2021

Come join us next Friday (Dec 3rd) at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm and donate with The Blood Connection. You can earn a $20 gift card. The Onslow County EOC is located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

Come join us next Friday (Dec 3rd) at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm and donate with The Blood Connection. You can earn a $20 gift card. The Onslow County EOC is located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

11/18/2021

Paramedic

Onslow County Emergency Services is currently seeking Paramedics to join our EMS Division. The Paramedic position Performs protective service work providing emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients under emergency conditions and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Paramedic Captain. https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/onslowcountync/jobs/3284945/paramedic

Performs protective service work providing emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients under emergency conditions and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Paramedic Captain. Qualified candidates will be asked to particip...

11/17/2021

Help support the emergency need for blood donations with The Blood Connection. Friday, December 3rd, 2021 from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

Help support the emergency need for blood donations with The Blood Connection. Friday, December 3rd, 2021 from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

10/26/2021

Paramedic

Come and join our team at Onslow County EMS. We are accepting applications for Paramedics. Complete your application by following the link.

Performs protective service work providing emergency medical services to critically ill and injured patients under emergency conditions and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Paramedic Captain. Qualified candidates will be asked to particip...

10/20/2021

Callers to Onslow County’s 9-1-1 center now have an option to enhance the information that operators can use to help improve emergency responses to your home or business.
Onslow County has partnered with Smart911 to offer enhanced 9-1-1 services to all Citizens. The free service can provide critical information to first responders at the time your phone connects to the Onslow County 9-1-1 center.
Information about medical conditions of residents of your home, blood types, and notes about emergency procedures you would like them to know in an emergency.
Residents can create a Safety Profile by using the Smart911 online portal or by downloading the Smart911 app. Then when a 9-1-1 call is made, the information in your Safety Profile becomes available to first responders.
The Safety Profile can include as much or as little information as residents wish to share. Many Citizens elect to share their home address, something cell phone calls are unable to automatically provide to telecommunicators. It can also include information about your household such as elderly members and even photos of household members.
“Having background information pop-up on the screen is a real time-saver when seconds count,” said Ray Silance, Onslow County Telecommunications Division Head. “If you have a family member with a medical condition they might not be able to communicate when there is an emergency, this program could communicate that vital information instantly when the call is made to 9-1-1.”
Create your free Safety Profile today at Smart911.com or by downloading the Smart911 app from Google Play Store or the Apple Store. Any information you share is private and secure, is only used for emergency responses, and only made available to the 9-1-1 system in the event of an emergency call.

09/30/2021

*** DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS***
Swells from distant Hurricane Sam will create dangerous and potentially life-threatening rip currents and shorebreak this weekend. For the latest surf zone forecast: https://www.weather.gov/beach/mhx

*** DANGEROUS RIP CURRENTS***
Swells from distant Hurricane Sam will create dangerous and potentially life-threatening rip currents and shorebreak this weekend. For the latest surf zone forecast: https://www.weather.gov/beach/mhx

09/14/2021

TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE
The cleanup work at the intersection of Carolina Forest Blvd and Ramsey Rd has ended. Traffic has opened back up to normal patterns.

09/14/2021

TRAFFIC ALERT
Detours and closures in the intersection of Carolina Forest Blvd and Ramsey Rd.
Crews with the City of Jacksonville, NCDOT, Pumpkin Center VFD, and Onslow Co. Emergency Services are continuing cleanup of a large petroleum product spill. Please use caution in the area and be prepared for delays and detours.

TRAFFIC ALERT
Detours and closures in the intersection of Carolina Forest Blvd and Ramsey Rd.
Crews with the City of Jacksonville, NCDOT, Pumpkin Center VFD, and Onslow Co. Emergency Services are continuing cleanup of a large petroleum product spill. Please use caution in the area and be prepared for delays and detours.

09/09/2021

The NC Dept. of Transportation will be doing maintenance on the Sandy Run Swamp Bridge off of Hwy 50 beginning October 11th. A detour route will utilize Haws Run Road to Padgett Rd back to Hwy 50. See yellow line on the map. Message boards will be placed by NCDOT this week to provide extra notice to travelers.

The NC Dept. of Transportation will be doing maintenance on the Sandy Run Swamp Bridge off of Hwy 50 beginning October 11th. A detour route will utilize Haws Run Road to Padgett Rd back to Hwy 50. See yellow line on the map. Message boards will be placed by NCDOT this week to provide extra notice to travelers.

09/08/2021

Do you have household hazardous waste you need to get rid of? October 9th is your chance.
Great information on how to properly dispose of both latex and non-latex paints.

We are getting closer to our Residential Household Hazardous Waste collection day! So it's important that citizens know how to properly dispose of their materials and know exactly what is considered hazardous waste.

✨PAINTS AND PAINT RELATED MATERIALS✨

Most household paints and materials contain volatile organic compounds. When these compounds are mixed with other materials, not sealed properly, exposed to heat or sunlight for extended periods of time, they can cause harm to people and the environment.

Bring any left over paints, varnishes, polishes, and other related materials to our collection day on Saturday, October 9, 2021. These will be collected by a certified HHW collector and be disposed of properly (incineration).

08/31/2021

Community Paramedic Program Manager

Onslow County Emergency Services is looking for a highly qualified person to serve as a program manager for our Community Paramedic Program. This person will help establish and oversee the goals of the program, identify and oversee grants to support the program, manage data collection and reporting, and serve as a member of the Disaster Ready Team. If you are interested, follow the link to the county webpage and apply online.

Performs difficult professional work leading a unit in the Department of Emergency Services, overseeing the Community Paramedic Program.  Work is performed under the general direction of the EMS Division Head. Continuous supervision is exercised over Community Paramedics and Peer Support Specialist...

08/19/2021

** Rip Current Alert**
Swells from distant TS Henri will continue to impact area beaches through the weekend. This will lead to rough surf and potential for life threatening rip currents. There is also potential for minor beach erosion and localized over wash of very weak/vulnerable dunes around times of high tide this weekend.

** Rip Current Alert**
Swells from distant TS Henri will continue to impact area beaches through the weekend. This will lead to rough surf and potential for life threatening rip currents. There is also potential for minor beach erosion and localized over wash of very weak/vulnerable dunes around times of high tide this weekend.

08/18/2021

Advisory from Duke Energy for the Midway Park area

08/03/2021

8/3/21 7 AM: From our friends at US National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC - Heavy Rains are expected across eastern NC during the next 48 hours which could lead to flooding in poor drainage and low lying areas. There is a MODERATE Risk of Excessive Rainfall for our area through tonight. The latest 2 day rainfall forecast is calling for widespread 3"+ amounts through Wed, especially along the coast. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for all of eastern NC through Thu.

8/3/21 7 AM: Heavy Rains are expected across eastern NC during the next 48 hours which could lead to flooding in poor drainage and low lying areas. There is a MODERATE Risk of Excessive Rainfall for our area through tonight. The latest 2 day rainfall forecast is calling for widespread 3"+ amounts through Wed, especially along the coast. A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect for all of eastern NC through Thu.

07/23/2021

Don't forget to come and join us today from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N in Jacksonville. Donate today and earn a $20 eGift car from The Blood Connection.

Don't forget to come and join us today from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N in Jacksonville. Donate today and earn a $20 eGift car from The Blood Connection.

07/19/2021

Don't forget to donate this Friday (July 23rd) at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

Don't forget to donate this Friday (July 23rd) at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center from 9am-2pm. We are located at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

07/16/2021

Help support the emergency need for blood donations and earn a $20 eGift card with The Blood Connection. July 23, 2021 from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

Help support the emergency need for blood donations and earn a $20 eGift card with The Blood Connection. July 23, 2021 from 9am-2pm at the Onslow County Emergency Operations Center at 1180 Commons Dr. N, Jacksonville.

07/14/2021

Job Opportunities | Job Opportunities

Onslow County Emergency Services is currently seeking Firefighters to join our Fire and Rescue Division. The Firefighter position performs technical work providing firefighting, rescue, vehicle extrication, and emergency medical services, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Fire and Rescue Division Head and Station Chief.

To read more and apply please go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/onslowcountync/jobs/3058978/firefighter?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Onslow County only accepts ONLINE APPLICATIONS. Please use this site to apply for any and all vacant positions with Onslow County Government. Don't see a job of interest listed?  For positions not currently posted, we encourage you to complete a job interest card to be automatically notified wh...

07/12/2021

Onslow County Emergency Services will be hosting a blood drive event in coordination with The Blood Connection. Swing by the Emergency Operations Center next Friday, July 23, 2021 and help out.

Onslow County Emergency Services will be hosting a blood drive event in coordination with The Blood Connection. Swing by the Emergency Operations Center next Friday, July 23, 2021 and help out.

07/01/2021

We will be monitoring Elsa over the next few days. It is still too early to tell if we may see any impacts but it is a good time to pull your emergency kit out and check your supplies.

Here are the Key Messages regarding Tropical Storm Elsa, issued by NHC at 5 a.m. AST Thursday - www.hurricanes.gov

06/20/2021

*** Tropical Storm Warning ***
Onslow County is under a tropical storm warning. Claudette is expected to bring a variety of impacts to our area including heavy rain (flash flooding), risk for tornadoes, minor
coastal flooding, and windy conditions. Wind impacts are mostly likely to begin this evening and into the early morning hours Monday. Stay aware of changing conditions and avoid driving through flooded roadways.

06/20/2021

*** TROPICAL STORM WATCH***
Onslow County is under a Tropical Storm Watch. Monitor local weather and be aware of changing conditions. Take time to secure loose outdoor objects. There is a potential for strong winds, 1-3" of rain, and a small risk of tornadoes. We will post additional updates of local impacts as we receive them.

06/17/2021

NWS/Onslow County Community Hurricane Forum Thursday June 24th at 7 PM.
1. Online - Register using this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8817360191644177679
2. In person - Register using this link: https://doodle.com/poll/mxgh45buk8venf6q?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link

NWS/Onslow County Community Hurricane Forum Thursday June 24th at 7 PM.
1. Online - Register using this link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8817360191644177679
2. In person - Register using this link: https://doodle.com/poll/mxgh45buk8venf6q?utm_source=poll&utm_medium=link

06/16/2021

The Blood Connection - Donor Portal

$20 to help potentially save a life.
Give whole blood at the Swansboro Branch Library on June 25, 2021 for a $20 eGift card. Our community is facing a critical need for blood. Your donation can help. Click to schedule…
https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/172858

06/09/2021

Onslow County is one of a few Emergency Medical Services that has available whole blood for immediate transfusion in the field. That blood comes from a partnership with The Blood Connection. We need donors because of an urgent need for blood. You can donate June 25, 2021 at the Swansboro Branch Library and get a $20 gift card. Click the link…https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/172858

Onslow County is one of a few Emergency Medical Services that has available whole blood for immediate transfusion in the field. That blood comes from a partnership with The Blood Connection. We need donors because of an urgent need for blood. You can donate June 25, 2021 at the Swansboro Branch Library and get a $20 gift card. Click the link…https://donate.thebloodconnection.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/172858

05/26/2021

Reminder that we are still under NC Forestry guidelines. Conditions continue to be exceptionally dry and fire conditions remain hazardous. Onslow is currently under a NC Forestry RP-5 which is the highest level of fire danger/activity. To keep watch on the Readiness Plan (RP) levels visit: https://www.ncforestservice.gov/fire_control/fc_rpmap.asp

🛑BURN BAN IN EFFECT AT NOON MONDAY, MAY 24🛑
Burn ban issued for 26 North Carolina counties due to hazardous forest fire conditions

Due to increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits for the following North Carolina counties: Anson, Beaufort, Bladen, Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Duplin, Greene, Harnett, Hoke, Jones, Lee, Lenoir, Moore, New Hanover, Onslow, Pamlico, Pender, Pitt, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson, Scotland and Wayne.

The burning ban goes into effect at noon Monday, May 24, and will remain in effect until further notice.

Learn more at https://www.ncforestservice.gov/news_pubs/newsdesk_2021.htm#05242021.