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Today, the Northern Berks EMS family is asking our community to come together for one of our own

Northern Berks Emergency Medical Services, July 03

Our friend, coworker, and EMT-Intermediate Jason Steranko suffered a heart attack last week and is scheduled to undergo open-heart surgery on Monday at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest.

Jason has dedicated his entire life to public safety, spending countless hours serving and protecting others. Whether responding to medical emergencies, helping those in crisis, or supporting his fellow first ... (Full Story)


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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 2, 2026 Northern Berks EMS Responds to Increased Call Volume During Extreme Heat at the Leesport Big Boy Event This afternoon, Northern Berks EMS provided on-site medical standby coverage for the Leesport Big Boy event in Berk

Northern Berks Emergency Medical Services, July 02

Due to the National Weather Service’s extreme heat warnings, we proactively increased staffing levels and deployed additional resources to ensure the safety of attendees.

In addition to responding to medical emergencies throughout the event, our crews established a shaded cooling area, distributed bottled water, and provided heat safety information to help reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses.

As ... (Full Story)


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Our crews at Northern Berks along with members of Leesport FD and assistance from some first responders in the crowd and mutual aid all came together and handled those in need while waiting for Big Boy to come through Leesport Borough

Northern Berks Emergency Medical Services, July 02

The heat played a major role in causing some medical emergencies during the event, but as a team of first responders we all came together, Great Job to All!!!!... (Full Story)


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Northern Berks EMS with Leesport FD staged at the Leesport Railroad Crossing to help support visitors for the Big Boy Train coming through the area

Northern Berks Emergency Medical Services, July 02

Temps are currently 90 degrees with highs of 100 by the time the train arrives with real feels of 110.... (Full Story)


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Heat Warning in Effect!

Northern Berks Emergency Medical Services, July 01

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Northern Berks EMS
26 E Wall Street
PO. Box 625
Leesport, PA. 19533
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