Johnston County Emergency Services (JCES) In The News
Johnston County Emergency Services Received Delivery of Two New Ambulances
Jun 19, 2019 | Smithfield, NC – Johnston County Emergency Services recently received delivery of two 2019 American Emergency Vehicle ambulances. The ambulances will replace units that are scheduled for surplus in August....
EMT Charles Strickland Retires from Johnston County Emergency Services with 43 Years of Service to the EMS System
Jun 12, 2019 | Smithfield, NC – A special ceremony was held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019 to honor the career of EMT Charles Strickland, who retires this week after serving 43 years in Emergency Medical Services (EMS).Mr. Strickland started with Clayton Area Rescue in 1976 and spent most of his career as a volunteer for the agency. When Clayton merged with Johnston County Emergency Services in July 2012, Mr. Strickland became a full time EMT, still serving the Clayton community as well as other areas of Johnston County....
Closed bedroom door could save your life in a house fire (WRAL Close Before You Doze)
Feb 18, 2019 | Inside a house fire, a closed door can mean the difference between time to escape and smoke inhalation. Monica Laliberte was on the scene for a fire training exercise with firefighters from across Johnston County as they showed that difference in stark contrast. Firefighters want you to "close before you doze."...
Does your family have a fire escape plan? It could be the difference between life or death (WRAL)
Feb 18, 2019 | Do you and your family have a fire escape plan? Make sure you know how to get out safely, whether you live in a single-story or two-story home....
FEMA Disaster Assistance Deadline Extended
Dec 17, 2018 | The deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance in Johnston County has been extended to Wednesday, December 19, 2018.If you were impacted by Hurricane Florence and are located in Johnston County, you could be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance. If you remain doubtful as to whether you meet requirements, APPLY ANYWAY or call 1-800-621-FEMA...
Emergency Management Intern Gives Back to Community
Nov 26, 2018 | Today, Johnston County Emergency Services - Emergency Management Intern Aaron Penny generously gave back to his community while honoring his late father's memory.In Aaron's words, ...
EMS Division Receives Highest National Award for Cardiac Care for the Second Consecutive Year
Nov 19, 2018 | The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division of Johnston County Emergency Services has received the 2018 American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus Award for continued quality measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks. This makes the second consecutive year the EMS division has received the highest award of its type from the American Heart Association...
Benson Residents Get Guidance On Disasters
Jun 20, 2018 | Residents of Benson got a chance to explore their options when it comes to how to take care of themselves in a disaster situation. Disaster Day brought the community together with several emergency services agencies from Johnston County and the Town of Benson. Attendees were given lessons on how to...
County Emergency Services Director Retires
Jan 29, 2018 | Johnston County Emergency Services Director Kimberly Minshew Robertson retired today (Monday) after a 30 year career. Robertson began working for Johnston County government in 1988 as one of only two employees in the newly formed emergency management office. Kim has been the Director of Emergency Services, having been promoted to that position, since January 2008...
Free Emergency Notification System For County Residents
Jun 23, 2017 | Johnston County has launched a new emergency notification system that will provide timely information to community members. The new system is called JoCo Alerts and is currently enrolling those interested in emergency alerts...
Grant Will Improve EMS Services For Mental Health Patients
Jun 16, 2016 | For the first time, Johnston County EMS will receive funds to transport a patient for treatment other than an emergency department. A grant from the NC Department of Health and Human Services to the Johnston County EMS Community Paramedic Program will fund the new program...
Commissioners Approve Fire Services Contract
Jun 9, 2015 | Johnston County Commissioners approved a new fire services contract with the Johnston County Emergency Services effective July 1. The contract is revised and renewed every two years. Two versions of the agreement, one for non-profit corporations and another for...
