Monroe County Office of Emergency Management-Monroe County, PA

08/11/2026

The Monroe County Office of Emergency Management invites municipal emergency management coordinators, first responders, public works, elected officials, and emergency response partners to join us for Crisis Track Training!

📅 Tuesday, August 18, 2026
⏰ 6:30–9:30 PM
📍 Monroe County Public Safety Center

08/06/2026

Good afternoon,

Due to hosting a Hazardous Materials Technician course this year, we felt it would be beneficial to also offer a Hazardous Materials Operations Refresher (HMOR) at the Monroe County Public Safety Center. This refresher course serves several important purposes:

It satisfies the refresher requirement for those planning to enroll in the HazMat Technician course.
It provides an opportunity for candidates preparing to complete the Hazardous Materials Operations Pro Board Certification.
It allows anyone who may have missed their department's in-house HazMat Operations refresher to remain current.
HazMat Operations Refresher (HMOR)

Dates: September 17 and September 24, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM (1900 hrs)
Location: Monroe County Public Safety Center

To register for the refresher, please complete and return the MCPSC registration form. No walk-in registrations will be accepted, as all participants must be registered in advance.

HazMat Operations Pro Board Certification

Candidates who already possess the HazMat Awareness Pro Board Certification and wish to challenge the HazMat Operations Pro Board examination must register through Buck's Community College Campus Marketplace using the following FSC numbers:

Practical Examination: FSC-0103.017
Written Examination: FSC-0978.018

Testing Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM (0800 hrs)

Please note that no walk-ins will be permitted. Registration and payment through Buck's Campus Marketplace must be completed prior to the examination date.

HazMat Technician Course

Individuals interested in enrolling in the Hazardous Materials Technician course who meet all prerequisite requirements should register through the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy's Acadis system. The Pennsylvania State Fire Academy will collect the Pro Board testing fee at the time of registration.

Please see the attached HazMat Technician course flyer for additional information.

If you have any questions regarding course prerequisites or the registration process, please do not hesitate to contact me.

We look forward to seeing you in class.

Respectfully,

07/22/2026

Thank You for an Amazing Evening!

The Monroe County Office of Emergency Management and Blue Ridge Hook & Ladder Company would like to extend our sincere thanks to First Due Autism Training for delivering an outstanding Autism Awareness for First Responders class tonight.

The knowledge, real-world experience, and practical communication strategies shared during the training will help our first responders better serve individuals with autism and their families during emergencies. Training like this strengthens our ability to provide compassionate, informed, and effective care when it matters most.

We would also like to thank everyone who took the time to attend this evening's class. Your commitment to continuing education and improving the service you provide to our communities is truly appreciated.

Together, we are building a safer, more understanding community—one class at a time.

Thank you again to First Due Autism Training and to all of our attendees for making tonight's program such a success! 🚒🚑🚓💙🧩

07/18/2026

🚨 Now Accepting Registrations – 2026 Hazardous Materials Technician Course 🚨

The Monroe County Office of Emergency Management, in conjunction with the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy, is pleased to announce that registration is now open for our 2026 Hazardous Materials Technician Course.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to complete Pro Board/IFSAC certification testing, earning nationally recognized certification.

📍 Registration is required through the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy's ACADIS Portal.
No registrations will be accepted through the Monroe County Office of Emergency Management.

This course is an excellent opportunity for firefighters, hazardous materials responders, and emergency personnel looking to advance their knowledge and professional certifications.

📅 Seats are limited, so register early!

For additional course information, please refer to the course listing in ACADIS or contact Bill Edinger at Monroe County Office of Emergency Management with any questions 570-992-4113 X2.

07/15/2026

Hazmat Technicians now accepting applicants.

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07/10/2026

🚨 Now Accepting Registrations – Fire Investigator NFPA 1033 Certification Course! 🚨

🔥 Topics Include:
✅ Determining Point of Origin
✅ Burn Pattern Analysis
✅ Evidence Collection & Analysis
✅ Interviewing Techniques
✅ Courtroom Procedures & Testifying

📅 Class Dates:
September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
October 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 2026

📍 Location:
Monroe County Public Safety Center
100 Gypsum Road
Stroudsburg, PA 18360

⏰ Schedule:
Fridays: 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Saturdays & Sundays: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Seats are limited and all prerequisite documentation must be submitted at the time of registration. Don't miss this opportunity to advance your fire investigation knowledge and professional credentials.

07/05/2026

To receive PPL outage alerts:
• Stay connected:
o Report power outages online at pplelectric.com or text “Outage” to TXTPPL (898775).
o Stay informed by downloading our new mobile app, where you can easily report and track outages. The app is free to download from the Apple Store or Google Play.
o Sign up for alerts to stay connected and receive outage updates at pplelectric.com/alerts.

07/05/2026

Monroe County PPL Customers Without Power: PPL has activated its Ice Water Reimbursement program for customers impacted by the power outages on Friday and Saturday, July 3 & 4, 2026. Customers who are currently without power may purchase ice and water from a local vendor and submit their receipts to receive an account credit. Eligible purchases are limited to three 10-pound bags of ice and three gallons of water per day, per customer. Customers must include their account number when submitting receipts. Additional details, including reimbursement instructions, can be found at the following link:

If you've been without power for more than 24 hours, you can send us your receipts for ice and water to receive an account credit.

07/05/2026

Monroe County Storm Damage Assessment Survey: The Monroe County Office of Emergency Management has established a Storm Damage Assessment Survey for homeowners and businesses to document damage caused by Friday and Saturday evening's severe thunderstorm. Information submitted through the survey will assist county officials in assessing the overall impact of the storm and may support requests for state and federal disaster assistance, if warranted. Residents and business owners who experienced storm damage are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible. Storm Damage Assessment Survey:

Accounting for damage to residential and commercial structures following an emergency event helps communities in recovery.

07/05/2026

Storm Debris Disposal

Residents of Smithfield Township and Middle Smithfield Township who need to dispose of natural storm debris may do so at:

Oak Grove Compost Facility
3305 Oak Grove Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA

Hours: Monday, July 6: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Residents are encouraged to photograph and document all storm-related damage to their property before removing debris.