Stafford Township Emergency Medical Services

02/26/2026

🌷💐🐰 Hop into Spring With Us! 🐰💐🌷

JOIN US for the Bunnyhop 5K and help support the heroes who are there when our community needs them most — Stafford EMS.

Whether you’re a competitive runner, a weekend walker, or pushing a stroller, this race is for YOU! 💛

Every registration will help fund lifesaving equipment, training, and resources for the professional VOLUNTEERS who serve right here in our community.

🎽 Run.
👟 Walk.
🐣 Bring the kids.
🤍Support EMS.

Let’s pack the course and show what community support really looks like!

Bunny Hop 2026 in conjunction with the Mayors Wellness Campaign.
📆 Sunday, March 29th.
Packet Pick up 7 am
8:00 race promptly starts
Register before March 28, 2026 - 💲 $35 💲
Day of the race $40.
T-shirt’s to the first 200 racers.

02/26/2026

Our agency would like to extend sincere gratitude to the men and women of our agency, the Fire Department, Police Department, Public Works, and other entities involved in planning and executing safe operations during the snowstorm on Monday. Stafford EMS responded to 28 calls for service, in addition to providing standby for several Fire Department related incidents in the event we were needed.

Every individual demonstrated utmost professionalism and respectability in ensuring our residents’ safety and well-being. Each agency successfully maintained its mission to protect life and property, and we appreciate your efforts!

Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1
Stafford Township Police Department
Stafford Township New Jersey
Stafford Township EMS Auxiliary
Stafford Township Police Communications Division
Ocean County Sheriff 911Communications

02/23/2026

Monday Morning Update:

STEMS remains staffed with 3 crews ready to respond. Fortunately, our call volume has been manageable and we are very thankful so many of our residents are doing a wonderful job staying indoors and staying safe.

As the storm continues throughout the day, we want to recognize the tremendous work of the Stafford Township Public Works, Stafford Township Police Department, and Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Company #1 who have been out in this storm nonstop and also lending us a helping hand. Please continue to avoid unnecessary travel, stay warm, and stay safe!

02/22/2026

🚨❄️ STORM SAFETY REMINDER – HELP US HELP YOU! ❄️🚨
Stafford Township Fire Company

With significant snowfall expected, we are asking all residents to take a few minutes to protect your home and your neighbors.

🔥 SHOVEL OUT FIRE HYDRANTS
Seconds matter in an emergency. If there is a hydrant near your home, please clear at least 3 feet of space all the way around it and make sure it is visible from the street. That quick action can save valuable time during a fire response.

🏠 CLEAR SNOW FROM GAS METERS & EXHAUST VENTS
Heavy snow can block:
• Gas meters
• Furnace vents
• Water heater exhausts
• Dryer vents

Blocked vents can cause dangerous carbon monoxide (CO) to build up inside your home.

⚠️ Carbon monoxide is colorless, odorless, and deadly.
Make sure:
✔️ All vents are cleared after each snowfall
✔️ Your CO detectors are working
✔️ Snow is not piled against your home

🚫 Never use generators, grills, or propane heaters inside your home or garage.

As we prepare for this storm, small preventative steps now can prevent major emergencies later.

Stay safe, check on your neighbors, and as always — we’re here if you need us.

📞 Emergency: 9-1-1
🚒 Stafford Township Fire Company

02/22/2026

A message from the Stafford Township Office of Emergency Management:

Blizzard like conditions are expected later today with predicted accumulations of snow ranging from 12 to 18 inches. Winds are expected to reach speeds in excess of 40mph – high winds may cause power outages. If you intend to use a generator to power your home, please do so safely. Coastal flooding is expected due to high storm surge.

Please move all vehicles, trailers, trash toters and portable basketball hoops from the roadway, so not to impede plowing operations.

The expected storm conditions are significant and may cause delays in emergency response. Please be patient.

Please stay off the roadways, if possible. If you need to drive, please do so safely and leave plenty of time for travel.

If needed, the Emergency Operations Center is open and you may contact us directly at 609-597-1218 or 609-597-1622.
Stafford Township New Jersey

02/22/2026

Different day, same message… PLEASE STAY SAFE!! Heed all the warnings you are seeing throughout various media outlets.

❌🚙❌ Stay off the roads and allow the plows to do their jobs.

🪏❄️ If you are outside shoveling snow, take it easy! This snow will be wet and heavy, known as “heart attack snow,” due to the ability for quick exhaustion and heavy exertion.

Be safe Stafford! Call 911 for any emergencies!

02/21/2026

02/20/2026

Incredible work from Stafford’s Finest!! We are lucky to work with Stafford Township Police Department and every one of their amazing officers.

02/16/2026

‼️‼️‼️ FROM STEMS AUXILIARY ‼️‼️‼️
We are SO excited to welcome over 40 crafters, artisans, and food vendors so far to our 2026 Spring Craft Fair & Food Truck Festival!

📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
📍 Southern Regional High School (9/10 Gymnasium)
✅ Regular Vendor Registration is NOW OPEN

Interested in an indoor craft fair space or becoming a food vendor? Don't delay, we are almost sold out! Email stemsaux@squad38.com today for more information

🚫 DON’T GET SCAMMED 🚫
All communications related to this event will come from a .com email address or be posted on our official social media. Do not send payments to anyone directly or through any link not provided by an official Stafford Township EMS Auxiliary email/social media page.

We can’t wait to see the amazing creations and food items you’ll bring! 🛍️🍴✨

02/14/2026

Who’s ready for more snow?!?! We certainly are not after the beautiful day we are having today! ❄️

02/14/2026

Hop on over and support our team!

Stafford Township and Stafford Township EMS would like to invite everyone to the annual Bunny Hop, on Sunday, March 29 at 260 East Bay Avenue, Manahawkin, NJ 08050!
🎽 Race Day Packets available at 7:00 AM
🚦 Race starts promptly at 8:00 AM
📍 Registration is required, see the flyer below.
Then, stick around for the Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Stafford Recreation from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM — same location! 🐣

02/13/2026

The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has issued an official press release regarding the fatal fire that occurred on February 13, 2026 in Stafford Township.

We extend our sincere condolences to those impacted by this tragic event.

We are sharing their release below to provide accurate information to our community. The investigation remains under the direction of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office.

FATAL STAFFORD TOWNSHIP STRUCTURE FIRE
UNDER INVESTIGATION

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on February 13, 2026, at approximately 1:20 a.m., the Stafford Township Police and Fire Departments responded to a residential structure fire on Yeoman Road. Responding emergency personnel discovered heavy fire conditions and reports of entrapment. Preliminary investigation revealed that two individuals were able to escape the fire. The first individual was transported to Temple University Burn Center in Philadelphia where he is listed in critical condition. The second individual was transported to Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia and is likewise listed in critical condition. A third individual, a 92-year-old female, was unable to escape the fire and succumbed to her injuries.

The origin and cause of the fire are currently under investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit-Arson Squad, Stafford Township Police Department Detective Bureau, Stafford Township Fire Prevention Bureau, Ocean County Fire Marshal’s Office, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigation Unit.