AMED EMS

09/12/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT: NWS Partners - Blair County and Surrounding Areas, Saturday, September 12, 2026




Scattered heavy showers and thunderstorms will develop across western Pennsylvania later today and slowly track eastward across the state through tonight .
Areas of flash flooding is the main threat, though a few stronger storms may develop over western PA this afternoon /evening and produce locally damaging wind gusts.






For more information and graphics, go tohttps://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/DssPacket.pdf . You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/ briefing or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief .




Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

09/11/2026

09/11/2026

We are proud to report that AEMT Class-003 all passed thier class finals. That is a 100% first time pass rate continued for our Advanced EMT training program. Next week they tackle thier NREMT exam!
A Special thanks goes to our Co-Instructor Don Penatzer!

09/10/2026

Tonight is the night of nights. Our Advanced EMT class is starting thier final exam!

This is the culmination of 14 weeks of effort. Wish them luck!

09/09/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT: NWS Partners - Blair County and Surrounding Areas, Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Thunderstorms will develop over northwest PA in the afternoon and move to the south and east in the evening and early tonight.



Damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall will be the primary hazards, but an isolated tornado can not be ruled out.
The greatest threat will be to areas north and west of Altoona, State College and Williamsport.


Important change: The threat for tornadoes has increased very slightly.




For more information and graphics, go to https://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/DssPacket.pdf . You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/briefing or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief .




Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

09/08/2026

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Program Highlights:
• Classroom instruction and hands-on skills training
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• Preparation for state and national certification testing
• Training focused on clinical judgment, leadership, and professional development

Applicants must hold a current EMT certification and meet all program, clinical, and eligibility requirements.

This is a demanding professional program that requires a significant commitment both inside and outside the classroom. Students should be prepared for an accelerated learning environment, clinical scheduling, independent study, and high academic and professional standards.

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Additional information regarding course dates, application requirements, tuition, and the selection process will be provided soon.

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09/04/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT:

FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT THROUGH 8 AM SATURDAY MORNING
Flood Watch issued September 4 at 12:05PM EDT until September 5 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania, including the following
counties, Bedford, Blair, Cambria and Somerset.

* WHEN...Through 8 AM Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of creeks,
streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and
streams may rise out of their banks. River flooding is also
possible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Training heavy showers and embedded thunderstorms will track
southeast across the region this afternoon into tonight. Rainfall
rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will be possible. Heavy rain
falling at this rate will lead to rapid runoff and flash
flooding, as rainfall rates required to result in flash flooding
are only 0.75 to 1.25 inches over a one hour period across the
watch area. Localized storm total rainfall this afternoon through
tonight could reach 3 inches in some locations, mainly to the
south of Interstate 76.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Please monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should
Flash Flood Warnings be issued.
http://www.weather.gov

09/04/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners - Blair County and Surrounding Areas Friday, September 4, 2026



Thunderstorms will track northwest to southeast again on Friday afternoon, affecting primarily southwestern Pennsylvania.
Damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall will be the primary hazards.
After an incredibly active few days, this should be the last round of severe weather for the area until at least the middle of next week.



Important changes: Minor adjustments to the severe weather risk area




For more information and graphics, go tohttps://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/DssPacket.pdf . You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/briefing or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief .




This is the final briefing.
Blair County Department of Emergency Services-MB

09/03/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT:

Tornado Warning issued September 3 at 7:54PM EDT until September 3 at 8:30PM EDT by NWS State College PA
TORCTP

The National Weather Service in State College PA has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
Northeastern Bedford County in south central Pennsylvania...
Southern Blair County in central Pennsylvania...
South central Cambria County in central Pennsylvania...

* Until 830 PM EDT.

* At 753 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located over Ski Gap, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.

* This dangerous storm will be near...
Ski Gap, Roaring Spring, and Claysburg around 800 PM EDT.
Martinsburg around 810 PM EDT.

Other locations impacted by this tornadic thunderstorm include
Woodbury, Spring Hill, Cassandra, Saxton, and East Freedom.

This includes Interstate 99 from mile markers 13 to 27.
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

Heavy rainfall may hide this tornado. Do not wait to see or hear the
tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!

Tornadoes are extremely difficult to see and confirm at night. Do not
wait to see or hear the tornado. TAKE COVER NOW!
http://www.weather.gov

09/03/2026

BLAIR PA ALERT:

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued September 3 at 7:42PM EDT until September 3 at 8:30PM EDT by NWS State College PA
SVRCTP

The National Weather Service in State College has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Southern Blair County in central Pennsylvania...
Southwestern Cambria County in central Pennsylvania...
Southern Huntingdon County in central Pennsylvania...
Bedford County in south central Pennsylvania...
Fulton County in south central Pennsylvania...
Somerset County in south central Pennsylvania...

* Until 830 PM EDT.

* At 742 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line from
near Portage to over New Centerville, or along a line from near
Portage to 6 miles southwest of Somerset, moving east at 45 mph.

HAZARD...70 mph wind gusts and small hail.

SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.

IMPACT...Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to
mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

* Locations impacted include...
Johnstown, Somerset, Westmont, Windber, Ebensburg, Bedford,
Belmont, Nanty-Glo, Portage, Breezewood, Warfordsburg, Roaring
Spring, Geistown, Southmont, Berlin, Clearville, New Enterprise,
Martinsburg and Everett.

This includes the following highways...
Interstate 70 between mile markers 147 and 170. The Pennsylvania
Turnpike between mile markers 101 and 185. Interstate 99 between mile
markers 0 and 26.
Anyone outdoors should move to shelter inside a well-built structure
and stay away from windows. These storms have produced widespread
damaging winds.

Tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. Seek shelter
immediately in an interior room on the lowest floor of a well-built
structure.

Continuous cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can
hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

Wind damage with these storms will occur before any rain or
lightning. Do not wait for the sound of thunder before taking cover.
Seek shelter immediately inside a sturdy structure and stay away from
windows.
http://www.weather.gov