Saratoga County Office of Emergency Management

06/12/2026

Stay safe in the heatwave. Know the signs of heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke. Take precautions for yourself and others, and call 911 if necessary.

06/11/2026

This Wednesday focuses on volunteer opportunities in Saratoga County!

✔️Volunteer as a Kitten Foster or Dog Walker with the Saratoga County Animal Shelter. Call (518) 885-4113 for more info.

✔️Volunteer with the Saratoga County Department of Aging and Youth Services as a Home Delivered Meal Driver for seniors. Call their department to learn more (518) 363-4020.

✔️Join your local fire district by signing up through the Saratoga County Office of Emergency Management: www.saratogacountyny.gov/departments/office-of-emergency-management/rollwithus/

06/10/2026

Beat the heat! Learn more about how you can prepare for summertime heat waves today: https://loom.ly/7gey_eQ

06/08/2026

Are you an EMT or paramedic looking to make a difference? Join one of the 11 agencies in Saratoga County and help serve a community of people who rely on your care and support.

Why join?
✔️Comprehensive Benefits & PTO
✔️Ongoing Education Courses
✔️A Peer Support Team
✔️Flexible Schedules
✔️Robust Mutual Aid Plan
✔️Pulse Point Community
✔️Collaborative Culture

If interested, apply today at: https://loom.ly/gbYbTU8

05/19/2026

What happens when you call 911… and no one comes?Every day across New York State, thousands of people rely on EMS without ever realizing how fragile the syst...

05/18/2026

Regardless of your age or experience level, the data shows that life jackets save lives. 🛟

Before heading out on the water, make sure you’re wearing a life jacket every time. Accidents can happen quickly, and there often isn’t time to grab one if it’s stowed away.

Choose a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket that fits properly and is right for your activity. A proper fit makes all the difference.

Get ready for a safe spring and summer on the water by learning more about boating safety: https://loom.ly/Vl7Zvd0

05/18/2026

The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors has proclaimed May 17-23 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Saratoga County to honor EMS professionals, including first responders, EMTs, paramedics, telecommunicators, dispatchers, and nurses. Their dedication and teamwork in emergency response ensure top-notch care for our residents and visitors every day. We appreciate their hard work and commitment to Saratoga County.

05/17/2026

Did you know we have a Peer Support Team (PST) to help first responders? Today, during National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week, we are highlighting this service to emphasize the mental and physical wellbeing of first responders.

Learn more about this service on our website and help us honor the incredible role these medical personnel play in our communities: https://loom.ly/9AWPDM0

Peer Support Team The Saratoga County EMS Council, in collaboration with the Saratoga County Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, launched the Saratoga County Peer Support Team (SCPST) on November 1, 2022. The team combines resources from multiple agency Peer Support Teams with clinic...