Foxwall EMS, 749 Hemlock Hollow Road, Pittsburgh, PA (2026)

In 1976, a tragedy in the Fox Chapel Borough was the catalyst for exploring the creation of an Emergency Medical Service in the area. Many municipalities in the Fox Chapel Area already had ambulance services affiliated with their volunteer fire departments. Fox Chapel and Aspinwall did not, and Foxwall EMS was born. Foxwall began operations on March 10, 1979 with a crew of approximately 70 volunt

eers and an ambulance on loan. Its first emergency call was for chest pain and shortness of breath on Field Club Road. The original Foxwall base was beneath what was then the Fox Chapel police station, in one of the municipal public works garages that was shared with a salt truck. The facility included a small room with a desk, typewriter, radio system, daybed, chair and a television. In February 1981, a new building for Foxwall EMS was dedicated, located next to the Fox Chapel Borough Building. Foxwall remained in that base until 2007, when a new base was constructed on Squaw Run Road to make room for the Cooper-Siegel Community Library. Today, Foxwall is a combination Volunteer and Paid service with two Advanced Life Support ambulances and a crew of dedicated medical responders, Foxwall is well-equipped to provide the best possible care to its communities.

08/20/2026

07/25/2026

Last evening, Foxwall EMS hosted a search and rescue training on the trails of Fox Chapel with multiple of our surrounding public safety partners in attendance. Joining us were Fox Chapel Police, Fox Chapel VFD and Southern Allegheny Valley Emergency Services. The training was conducted by Allegheny Mountain Rescue Group who developed a simulation where a person became ill when hiking in Riding Meadow Park.

Teams were assembled who navigated the rough terrain - hills, rocks, bridges - to reach the fictitious patient, and then provide treatment and prepare for transport out of the trails. The scenario was repeated several times.

Foxwall EMS employed the use of our Bike Team to assist in the scenarios as well as other special equipment and search and rescue dogs that you will see in the photos.

Through last night's training, we had an opportunity to collaborate with our public safety partners and are better prepared to manage such incidents that we hope never happen.

We thank Allegheny Mountain Rescue Group for conducting this training and to all who attended. Enjoy the pics!

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07/24/2026

Fox Chapel residents may see an increase in emergency vehicles and personnel in the community for a training event this evening - rest assured we’re just training! Parks and trails included in the event will remain open to the public, however parking may be more limited than usual.

07/20/2026

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06/30/2026

Foxwall EMS is sending a reminder about staying safe in this extreme heat with some helpful tips from the CDC.

Check on your family and neighbors who may need assistance in this heat and don't forget to take safety measures for your pets.

If you need help, call 9-1-1. Stay safe and cool!

06/24/2026

Fourth Friday continuing education Foxwall EMS!
Triage and Orthopedic Trauma

Friday, June 26th at 1800
749 Hemlock Hollow Road, Pgh 15238

CEUs awarded

See the attached flyer for more details and to register.
We hope you can join us!

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749 Hemlock Hollow Road
Pittsburgh, PA
15238

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+14129636611

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http://foxwall.org/

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