Glastonbury EMS

06/04/2026

We were honored to cheer on this years Special Olympics Connecticut torch run with Glastonbury Fire Department and Glastonbury Police Department! The dedication of the officers running and the athletes with them is truly a special sight to see. Bring on the games this weekend in New Haven if you are interested in seeing the competition! Special shout out to Brandon on his 17th birthday! Happy birthday and thanks for running to support Special Olympics CT! Good luck teams!!!

05/26/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Memorial Day is more than the start of summer — it is a time to reflect on the courage, dedication, and selflessness of those who gave their lives in service to our nation and the families who hold their memory! May we never forget the sacrifices those men, women and families have made for our amazing country!

05/23/2026

As EMS Appreciation Week comes to an end, we wanted to share a heartfelt thank you to the amazing EMTs and paramedics who dedicate their lives to helping others.
You are there on people’s hardest days — bringing care, comfort, professionalism, strength, and hope when it’s needed most. The long hours, missed holidays, sleepless nights, and sacrifices you make do not go unnoticed. Thank you for showing up every day with compassion, courage, and an unwavering commitment to our community! We are beyond grateful for everything you do, not just this week, but every single day. 🚑❤️ We have an amazing group and being part of this team brings pride! GEMS strong! Ambulance Service of Manchester, Aetna Ambulance Service INC.

05/22/2026

Shout out to one of our own! Congratulations Dave! Strong work!

Congratulations to Local 1241 Firefighter Paramedic David Holmes on being named a recipient of Saint Francis Hospital’s 2026 EMS Champion Award.

This prestigious recognition was awarded in honor of his continued commitment to providing exceptional patient care each and every day, as well as his outstanding performance during a recent cardiac arrest call.

During the incident, Firefighter Paramedic Holmes led the successful resuscitation of a patient suffering cardiac arrest. The patient received advanced cardiac life support measures including high-quality CPR, advanced airway management, and comprehensive ALS care. After achieving return of spontaneous circulation, FFP Holmes acquired and interpreted a 12-lead EKG, identified an ST-segment myocardial infarction (STEMI), and activated the cardiac catheterization lab at Saint Francis Hospital directly from the field to expedite definitive care.

Due to the coordinated efforts of everyone involved and the high level of pre-hospital care provided, the patient was ultimately discharged from the hospital neurologically intact and able to return home to continue their life in our community.

Local 1241 is proud to recognize Firefighter Paramedic Holmes for his professionalism, clinical excellence, and dedication to serving the residents and guests of West Hartford.

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05/17/2026

As we end National Police Week, we proudly honor the dedicated men and women of the Glastonbury Police Department, Connecticut State Police, Manchester Police Department, and East Hartford Police Department.

Thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your commitment to protecting and serving our community every single day. Your professionalism, compassion, and strength do not go unnoticed.

To all the officers, past and present—thank you for making Glastonbury a safer place.

We honor you today and everyday! So glad we are part of the first responder family together!

04/24/2026

Great way to safely discard your expired or unused meds!

04/15/2026

Celebrating our dispatchers this week and always! The often overlooked group that sets the tone for many of our calls! The calm and reassuring voice at the end of the line, the resources that are lined up, the instruction over the phone to help the patient, whatever the task they are there to help! We are lucky to have some pretty amazing Glastonbury dispatchers! Thank you for your dedication!

03/25/2026

Yesterday, Glastonbury EMS had the pleasure of visiting Girl Scout troop 10824 to give them a firsthand look at one of our ambulances! 🚑
The girls got to explore the inside of the ambulance, learn about the equipment we use, and see how our team helps people in emergencies. They asked great questions and showed so much curiosity and enthusiasm—it was truly inspiring!
We love opportunities like this to connect with our community and help young people learn about safety, teamwork, and the important role of emergency services. Who knows—maybe we met some future EMTs and paramedics today!
Thank you to Girl Scout troop 10824 for having us—we had a great time! 💚

03/05/2026

We are heartbroken to lose such an amazing girl!! May she run in peace with no pain! Our thoughts are with Officer Cavanaugh, his family and the Glastonbury Police Department. She was so special to so many! RIP sweet girl!

02/25/2026

Make sure you keep your vents free of snow!

🚨 Anyone in SE New England with these crazy amounts of snow… make sure you clear snow from where your furnace vents! CO is a killer.