Philipstown Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

Philipstown Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Local volunteers assisting in their community. Providing emergency medical services to philipstown. Currently respond to over 700 emergency calls yearly.

Provides 2 ambulances in house. PVAC offers CPR training, driver training on ambulances, and sponsoring for emergency medical technician schooling. We work together with local fire departments North Highlands FD and Cold Spring FD. Philipstown responds to A variety of different calls from ill patients to motor vehicle accidents and mountain rescues. PVAC is always looking for new applicants to volunteer. Ages 16 and up. Stop by anytime to pick up a membership application, or email us.

Earlier this week Philipstown VAC went through extensive training for emergency vehicle operator course. We would like t...
04/10/2026

Earlier this week Philipstown VAC went through extensive training for emergency vehicle operator course. We would like to thank Putnam County BOES and Putnam Valley VAC for hosting the class.

Today at 16:30 Philipstown Ambulance along with North Highlands Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident re...
04/01/2026

Today at 16:30 Philipstown Ambulance along with North Highlands Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle accident reporting one van in the woods after striking a telephone pole with injuries. Both 33-7-1 and 33-7-2 assisted with patient care while the Fire Department isolated the hazardous incidents in the road with the telephone pole and live wires down on the roadway.

If you are interested in joining Philipstown VAC, click the link in our bio.

Starting the evening shift with the usual truck check making sure we are stocked and ready to serve the residents of Col...
03/28/2026

Starting the evening shift with the usual truck check making sure we are stocked and ready to serve the residents of Cold Spring.

PVAC conducted a training drill to familiarize new members with our ambulances and equipment.Ongoing training ensures ou...
03/19/2026

PVAC conducted a training drill to familiarize new members with our ambulances and equipment.
Ongoing training ensures our team is prepared to deliver the highest level of care to our community.

Still one tree and a few wreaths left!!
12/15/2025

Still one tree and a few wreaths left!!

Our annual tree and wreath sale has begun!!! Come visit us to get yours today. Happy holidays!!!
11/28/2025

Our annual tree and wreath sale has begun!!! Come visit us to get yours today. Happy holidays!!!

Come join us and other local emergency services departments at Philipstown Rec’s Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 29...
10/24/2025

Come join us and other local emergency services departments at Philipstown Rec’s Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 29th at 6:30PM.

10/13/2025

FLOOD WARNING | SUNDAY, OCT 12 and MONDAY, OCT 13
Heavy rains and tidal surge are expected Sunday and Monday. The Hudson is likely to breach its banks in the lower Village: See detailed warning from the National Weather Service, below. The next high tides are 4:26pm Sunday/Oct. 12 and 5:11am Monday/Oct 13. Residents and business owners near the waterfront should please secure property and prepare to shelter in place. Sandbag-filling materials will be available at the Fair Street Municipal lot no later than 12 noon today, Sunday, October 12.

Do not drive or walk through flood water. As needed, the Cold Spring Police Department will close roadways west of Lunn Terrace. If you do not live west of Lunn, please DO NOT drive around cones to observe flooding. Call 911 for any emergency concerns.

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Coastal Hazard Message | National Weather Service, New York, NY
406 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025

NJZ006-104-106-108-NYZ072-074-075-130800-/O.CON.KOKX.CF.W.0002.251012T1600Z-251013T2200Z/
Hudson-Eastern Bergen-Eastern Essex-Eastern Union-New York (Manhattan)-Richmond (Staten Island)-Kings (Brooklyn)-
406 AM EDT Sun Oct 12 2025
..COASTAL FLOOD (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=FLOOD) WARNING (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=WARNING) REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM EDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...1 1/2 to 2 1/2 ft (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=ft) of inundation above ground level
possible in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline
for this afternoon, tonight and Monday afternoon high tide (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=tide) cycles.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Hudson, Eastern Bergen, Eastern Essex and Eastern Union Counties. In New York, New York (Manhattan), Richmond (Staten Island) and Kings (Brooklyn) Counties.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM EDT Monday, around times of high tide (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=tide).

* COASTAL FLOOD (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=FLOOD) IMPACTS...Moderate coastal flooding (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=coastal%20flooding) expected, with 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 ft (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=ft) of inundation above ground level in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. This would result in several road closures and flooding of numerous (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=numerous) low-lying properties including parking lots, parks, lawns and homes/businesses with basements near the waterfront. Vehicles parked in vulnerable areas near the waterfront will likely (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=likely) become flooded. Flooding will also extend well inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays, such as the Hudson, Hackensack, and Passaic Rivers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Take the necessary actions to protect flood (https://forecast.weather.gov/glossary.php?word=flood)-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Philipstown Volunteer Ambulance Corps mourns the loss of our very own Lieutenant John Egger (33-1-2), a Life Member, Pas...
10/07/2025

Philipstown Volunteer Ambulance Corps mourns the loss of our very own Lieutenant John Egger (33-1-2), a Life Member, Past Captain, and dedicated servant to our community.
John’s leadership, humor, and unwavering dedication defined what it means to serve with heart. His wisdom guided generations of EMTs, and his legacy will live on in every member he trained and every patient he helped.
Rest easy, Lieutenant. Your watch is complete. 💙🚑

Another warm day with our crew making sure our trucks are nice and clean to serve our local community!
10/02/2025

Another warm day with our crew making sure our trucks are nice and clean to serve our local community!

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14 Cedar Street
Cold Spring, NY
10516

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(845) 265-2103

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