Swansboro EMS/Rescue Squad provides first responder services to assist Onslow County EMS. The goal is to shorten the time between the 911 call to the time there is a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) on scene. Members usually run these calls in their privately owned vehicles (POV) with red warning lights. So if you see one of these, do not be alarmed and if possible, give the right of way.

If needed, Swansboro EMS/Rescue has 1 ambulance that can transport patients. We also provide standbys (standbys are where we provide an ambulance and crew on site in case of injury or illness) for sporting and special events for organizations such as Swansboro High School football games.

We also provide rescue services such as vehicle extrication. We do this in the case such as when a vehicle has been in a crash and the occupant is trapped. In such instances the “Jaws of Life” rescue tool is used to free the occupants before being transported to the hospital.

Some members are specially trained in the use of the Automatic External Defibrillators (AED). These devices can help reverse the effects of a cardiac arrest by restoring the heartbeat with the use of an electrical shock.

Members also spend their time training to update new procedures and techniques and also to reinforce what they have learned to help give the best care possible. All members of Swansboro EMS/Rescue Squad are certified at a minimum certification of EMT-Basic.

Donations fund raising, and Onslow County taxpayers fund the Rescue Squad. If you are interested in making a tax-deductible donation, please contact Shirley Trott, Treasurer, SEMSR.