Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS

09/11/2026

King of Prussia to Mark the 25th Anniversary
of 9/11 with a Day of Remembrance

Community, first responders, and elected officials will gather at the King of Prussia 9/11 Memorial to honor those lost and preserve their memory for future generations.

Remembering Is a Responsibility

The 25th anniversary observance is intended to be more than a commemoration of the past. It is also an opportunity to consider what it means to carry the memory of September 11 into the future.

“Twenty-five years changes a lot,” said Vincent DiSanto, Chairman of the King of Prussia 9/11 Memorial Committee. “But it doesn’t change the importance of remembering the people who were lost, honoring those who responded, and making sure future generations understand why we must never forget. This memorial is our community’s commitment to carrying that memory forward.”

The King of Prussia 9/11 Memorial stands as a lasting reminder that even in the face of tragedy, a community can come together to honor lives, recognize sacrifice, and create something intended to endure.

On September 11, 2026, the community will once again gather — to speak the names, honor the fallen, recognize those who served, and remember.

EVENT INFORMATION
WHAT: 25th Anniversary September 11 Day of Remembrance

WHERE: King of Prussia 9/11 Memorial, 170 Allendale Road, King of Prussia, PA

WHEN: Friday, September 11, 2026
9:00 AM: Reading of the Names
Members, staff, and dignitaries of the Upper Merion Township Fire and EMS Department will read the names of the victims of September 11 until complete.

6:15 PM: Commemorative Service
Opening prayer and remarks by Fire Department Chaplain Pastor Julie DeWerth, followed by remarks from community leaders and elected officials, a wreath-laying ceremony and remembrance, with bagpipers from Irish Thunder Pipes and Drums opening and closing the service.

The public is invited to attend both portions of the observance.

09/09/2026

🚨FREE SMOKE ALARM INSTALLATION!🚨

Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is helping keep our community safer with FREE smoke alarm installation!

📅 Saturday, September 19th
⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Valley Forge Acres Section – Upper Merion Township

Can’t be home during the event, or did we miss you? No problem! Call our Smoke Alarm Hotline at 484-636-3945 to schedule an appointment.

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

On Saturday, September 26, 2026, join us at the King of Prussia Fire Station for a free car seat safety check. Schedule an appointment by scanning the QR code on the flyer to ensure your child's car seat, booster seat, and seat belt are properly installed. Our certified technicians from Upper Merion Township will be on hand to provide expert guidance and help keep your little ones safe on the road!

08/24/2026

Specially trained Upper Merion paramedics can now administer low-titer O-positive whole blood to eligible patients experiencing life-threatening hemorrhage before they reach the hospital.

08/21/2026

Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive.

As part of our continued commitment to providing the highest level of pre-hospital care, Upper Merion Fire & EMS is now carrying pre-hospital whole blood. 🩸Blood donated at drives like this helps ensure lifesaving blood products are available for patients suffering from severe trauma, major blood loss, and other life-threatening emergencies. Your donation truly has the power to save lives, possibly right here in our own community.

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. A single donation can help save up to three lives. Whether it’s a trauma patient, someone undergoing surgery, or a person receiving cancer treatment, your donation can make a life-changing difference.

Join us in helping maintain a safe and reliable blood supply for our region. Invite your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers to donate and make a lifesaving impact.

One donation can save up to three lives. Together, we can make a difference.
Upper Merion Township

08/07/2026

Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS is proud to partner with the American Red Cross to host a community blood drive.

As part of our continued commitment to providing the highest level of pre-hospital care, Upper Merion Fire & EMS is now carrying pre-hospital whole blood. 🩸Blood donated at drives like this helps ensure lifesaving blood products are available for patients suffering from severe trauma, major blood loss, and other life-threatening emergencies. Your donation truly has the power to save lives, possibly right here in our own community.

Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood. A single donation can help save up to three lives. Whether it’s a trauma patient, someone undergoing surgery, or a person receiving cancer treatment, your donation can make a life-changing difference.

Join us in helping maintain a safe and reliable blood supply for our region. Invite your family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers to donate and make a lifesaving impact.

One donation can save up to three lives. Together, we can make a difference.

08/01/2026

Earlier this week, officers of our department traveled to Life Line Emergency Vehicles in Summer, Iowa to complete the final inspection of our two new ambulances. These ambulances were purchased through 10-8 Emergency Vehicle Services, and we are excited to bring them to our community.

Over the next several weeks, we will take delivery of both units and begin the important work of stocking them with equipment, completing the licensing process, and preparing them for service. We look forward to placing these new ambulances in service to continue providing the highest level of emergency medical care to the residents and visitors of Upper Merion Township.

07/16/2026

The Officers and Members of Upper Merion Township Fire & EMS would like to congratulate Firefighter Dan Kearney on successfully obtaining his Paramedic certification!

This achievement reflects countless hours of hard work, dedication, and commitment to providing the highest level of prehospital care to our community. We are proud of Dan’s accomplishment and look forward to the knowledge, skill, and compassion he will continue to bring to every call.

Congratulations Dan on this well earned milestone.