Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad

Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad “Neighbors helping neighbors since 1962” We render aid and assistance to over 22,000 people in Summit. We respond to more than 2,300 emergency calls each year.

The Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad (Summit EMS) is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization providing pre-hospital emergency medical care and ambulance transportation. Emergency Medical Services are provided at no charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all those in need.

08/30/2026

On Wednesday night, Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad, Summit Police, Summit Fire Department, the Summit Schools, Overlook, the Summit Public Library, SAGE, the Junior League of Summit Thrift Shop, the Connection, the YMCA, the Visual Arts Center, and the Department of Community Programs of Summit presented our community’s services and amenities for our people. They shared information, answered questions, and encouraged engagement to better connect all residents.

EMTs of Summit

We are thrilled to announce another Community CPR class, after our first sessions were a huge success! Join Summit EMS f...
08/29/2026

We are thrilled to announce another Community CPR class, after our first sessions were a huge success! Join Summit EMS for a community CPR course: a hands-on workshop where you can learn practical skills that could help save someone’s life💓 Scan the QR code or click on the link below to register today—spots are limited!

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Congratulations to our newest EMT: Cathleen Sinclair, a member of our Tuesday Night crew! Thank you for all of your hard...
08/26/2026

Congratulations to our newest EMT: Cathleen Sinclair, a member of our Tuesday Night crew! Thank you for all of your hard work and commitment to the squad! 🎉🎉

08/21/2026

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐰𝐨-𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

At approximately 6:21 PM on Thursday, August 20, 2026, City of Summit Fire Department was dispatched for a report of a possible lightning strike to a multi-apartment home on Kent Place Boulevard. Crews reported an active fire in the attic of the building upon arrival, within four minutes of the original 911 call that was placed by a resident within the home.

A second alarm was called, bringing additional SFD personnel to the residence. After conducting searches of all floors within the home, nine residents, three cats, and one dog were evacuated. Firefighters worked to quickly extinguish the fire in the attic, which was declared under control at approximately 7:16 PM. No injuries were reported to the occupants or responding firefighters.

“All of our on-duty personnel were already out on the road responding to several storm-related calls when this one came through,” says Summit Fire Chief Brian Harnois. “I want to commend our crews for their quick and thorough efforts to safely evacuate all residents from the building and place the fire under control, as well as all additional responding agencies for their assistance during the incident.”

Mutual aid was provided on scene by Millburn and Springfield fire departments, as well as Summit Police Department and the Summit Volunteer First Aid Squad. Union County Mutual Aid provided station coverage for the Summit Fire Department during the response and relocation services were provided to the displaced individuals by the Red Cross. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Union County Fire Investigation Task Force.

This past week, SEMS joined the City of Summit Fire Department and Summit Police Department for National Night Out—an an...
08/08/2026

This past week, SEMS joined the City of Summit Fire Department and Summit Police Department for National Night Out—an annual event focused on bringing neighbors, first responders, and police together. We also had three ambulances on standby for the postponed 4th of July fireworks, all while answering local emergency calls. Thanks to everyone who came out to say hello 🎇🚑🚒🚓

Two more new EMTS🎉 Congratulations to Scarlet Oppici & Peyton Mulholland, members of our Friday Day crew! Thank you for ...
07/18/2026

Two more new EMTS🎉 Congratulations to Scarlet Oppici & Peyton Mulholland, members of our Friday Day crew! Thank you for your hard work and dedication to the squad🚑🎈

Congratulations to our newest EMT: Auriel Hansen, a member of our Wednesday Day crew! Thank you for all of your hard wor...
07/13/2026

Congratulations to our newest EMT: Auriel Hansen, a member of our Wednesday Day crew! Thank you for all of your hard work and commitment to the squad! 🎉🎉

It’s been a minute—here’s what we’ve been up to last month!
07/12/2026

It’s been a minute—here’s what we’ve been up to last month!

07/04/2026

‼️ 𝑰𝑴𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑨𝑵𝑻 𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑶𝑹𝑴𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵‼️

Due to unsafe conditions caused by downed trees and wires in the area, power outages and anticipated storms this evening, the 4th of July festivities, including fireworks, scheduled for Memorial Field have been cancelled.

Safety is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and stay safe, Summit!

Today, a crew from Summit EMS was in West New York providing EMS coverage along the Hudson River waterfront for the Amer...
07/04/2026

Today, a crew from Summit EMS was in West New York providing EMS coverage along the Hudson River waterfront for the America 250 events. Despite the heat, we were proud to support our local EMS partners and help ensure the community could enjoy a safe day while also catching a glimpse of the impressive ships lining the river.

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