Ocean County EMS Coordinators

06/06/2026

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A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for parts of Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania until 10 PM EDT.

06/02/2026

Hurricane Season officially runs from June 1st through November 30th, which means:

The good news? NOAA is currently predicting a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season for 2026 due in part to El Niño conditions and increased wind shear. However it only takes ONE storm to make it a very active season for us locally.

A few important reminders as we head into the season:

✔️ Check your generators now, not during the storm
✔️ Review your emergency kits and supplies
✔️ Know multiple ways to receive weather alerts
✔️ Have a family plan for children, seniors, individuals with disabilities, pets, medications, and communication

06/01/2026

BASIC EMT COURSE
Now Accepting Applications
6/1/2026 - 6/30/2026

05/31/2026

Today, the Ocean County EMS Coordinators and the Ocean County Office of Emergency Management conducted Special Pathogens Response Training with our partner agencies to enhance preparedness, awareness, and operational readiness for emerging infectious disease incidents and other public health emergencies.

This training focused on maintaining an all-hazards approach to emergency preparedness, ensuring responders are equipped with the knowledge, resources, and coordination necessary to safely and effectively respond to a wide range of incidents. Topics included responder safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), patient management considerations, interagency coordination, and operational best practices.

Preparedness remains a critical component of protecting our communities, responders, healthcare partners, and visitors. Through continued training, collaboration, and planning efforts, we remain committed to strengthening our capabilities and ensuring readiness for whatever challenges may arise.

Ocean County Sheriff 911
Jackson Township EMS
Lakewood Township EMS
Manchester Division of Emergency Services

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

Summer Preparedness is Underway in Ocean County

As Ocean County enters the busy summer season, the Ocean County EMS Coordinators continue working closely with our partner agencies to ensure preparedness for the many seasonal challenges, planned events, severe weather incidents, and large-scale emergencies that impact our communities each year.

Summer in Ocean County brings increased population levels, tourism, beach activity, festivals, special events, roadway congestion, and heightened demand on emergency services resources. With hurricane season officially beginning on June 1st, continued coordination between EMS, fire services, law enforcement, hospitals, public health, emergency management, and municipal agencies remains critical to ensuring readiness for any potential emergency.

Current preparedness efforts include:

✅ Planned special event and mass gathering coordination
✅ Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) preparedness and surge planning
✅ Severe weather and hurricane response planning
✅ EMS strike team and staging operations coordination
✅ Shelter and evacuation planning support
✅ Communications interoperability testing
✅ Hospital and healthcare facility coordination
✅ Resource management and situational awareness planning
✅ Training exercises and interagency preparedness initiatives

The Ocean County EMS Coordinators encourage all EMS agencies and emergency responders to remain vigilant throughout the summer months and continue sharing information regarding large gatherings, community events, and operational concerns. Through coordination, communication, and preparedness, we can strengthen our countywide response capabilities and ensure the safety of our residents and visitors.

Preparedness is everyone’s responsibility, and together we stand ready for whatever the summer season may bring.

05/28/2026

Don’t forget as the month comes to a conclusion now until aMay 31, 2026, support the Ocean County EMS Officers Association Bottle Water Drive. Donations will help keep our emergency services professionals hydrated during large-scale incidents and emergency responses throughout Ocean County.

All donated water will be distributed to local rehab units and EMS agencies based on operational needs and available supplies. Thank you for supporting the dedicated responders who serve our communities every day.

As we celebrate National EMS Week, support the emergency responders who serve our communities every day.

Beginning Sunday, May 17 through May 31, 2026, the Ocean County EMS Officers Association will be conducting a countywide bottled water drive. All donated water will be distributed to area rehab units and EMS agencies based on operational needs and the amount of supplies received.

Your support helps keep our emergency services personnel hydrated and ready during emergency incidents, training operations, and large-scale responses throughout Ocean County.

Drop off locations are listed below on the flyer. Every donation makes a difference in supporting those who respond when our communities need them most.

Ocean County Sheriff 911
Ocean County Fire Marshal
Ocean County Government

South Toms River EMS
Stafford Township Emergency Medical Services
Brick Township EMS/Rescue
Ocean County Fire and EMS Training Center

05/25/2026

Today we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day is more than the start of summer, it is a day of remembrance, reflection, and gratitude for the brave men and women who gave their lives defending our freedoms.

We honor the heroes who never made it home, the families who carry their memory every day, and the legacy of service and sacrifice they leave behind.

May we never forget their courage, dedication, and selfless commitment to this country.