Hopatcong Ambulance Squad

08/31/2026

08/19/2026

We wanted to take a moment to send out a HUGE thank you to the Hopatcong Fire Department and Lakeland Emergency Squad! We work with these amazing partners every day, but recently they went above and beyond to help us out. We all know Mother Nature has been off her meds lately with the wild weather and one of the recent storms caused water to come into our 80+ year old building through our air conditioning unit causing some damage inside the building. Luckily, we were able to get to it quickly and start the repairs (it helps to have members with family connections for expertise help). Hopatcong Fire Department Company quickly came to our aid to provide temporary quarters within their building for our crews and a spot for one of our ambulances so that we could continue to provide emergency services to the community without interruption. Lakeland Emergency Squad also quickly came to the rescue by providing us with a portable air conditioner to allow us to keep the humidity down as well as allowing the team to work on the repairs without being our own patients from the heat. Repairs are quickly being completed and we are looking forward to providing some updates soon. The general public rarely gets to see all of the partnership that happens behind the scenes on a daily basis outside of 9-1-1 calls. Both these agencies have volunteers just like us that work long hours at their regular jobs, have families, etc., yet took the time to help us out in a jam. Thank you again to everyone for all that you do in our communities and for always helping each other. Looking to help out? Check out our page www.hopatcongems.org or the pages of Hopatcong Fire Department or Lakeland Emergency Squad for volunteer opportunities. Unable to volunteer? Consider making a donation. Thank you again for your continued partnership and stay safe out there!

07/08/2026

The Beacon at 453 River Styx Road in Hopatcong is graciously hosting a dine to donate event all day on Thursday July 16th to support Hopatcong Ambulance Squad. Come out and enjoy a great meal with a fantastic view of the lake and support the EMS team that is there for you 24/7/365 when you have an emergency.

07/04/2026

Attention Hopatcong Residents!

07/04/2026

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from the Hopatcong Police Department! 🇺🇸

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day with family and friends.

As you celebrate, please remember that several roads in town remain closed due to downed trees and power lines from yesterday’s storm. Please avoid these areas and use caution while traveling.

🚧 Current Road Closures:
🌳 Lakeside Boulevard near Musconetcong Avenue
🌳 Jefferson Trail (130 block)
🌳 Bernard Road
🌳 Nariticong Avenue at Hopatchung Road

Our officers, DPW, utility crews, and first responders continue working to safely clear roadways and restore normal conditions. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

If you’re celebrating with fireworks today, please remember to use only legal fireworks in New Jersey, follow all safety guidelines, and never call 911 unless you have a true emergency.

Have a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🎆

07/04/2026

Keep calm and eat all the ice cream in the fridge. It’s not cheating on your diet when the power goes out. Stay safe out there.

06/30/2026

Stay cool out there!

Extreme heat can be dangerous. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day, and check on family, friends, and neighbors. If you need a place to cool off, contact NJ 2-1-1 or visit nj211.org to find a Cooling Center near you.

06/28/2026

🌡️ HEAT WAVE SAFETY REMINDER ☀️

The Hopatcong Police Department reminds everyone to stay safe during the anticipated heat wave this week.

💧 Stay hydrated.
🏠 Stay in air-conditioned spaces when possible.
👕 Wear lightweight clothing.
🌳 Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest hours of the day.
👶 Check on children, older adults, and neighbors.
🚗 Never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.
🐾 Keep pets cool with fresh water, shade, and avoid hot pavement.

⚠️ If you or someone else experiences dizziness, confusion, nausea, or signs of heat stroke, call 911 immediately.

Stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay safe!

06/27/2026

Happy to spend the morning giving a solid Hopatcong greeting to the Veterans Cruise with Hopatcong Fire Department. Thank you to the Miss Lotta team for taking care of our honored veterans and giving them a great day