Lakeland Emergency Squad

03/11/2026

Today marks a whopping 7️⃣ years since Lakeland became a hybrid department! On March 11, 2019 at 05:00, BLS4353 officially signed on as staffed for the first time. Over those years, we’ve grown and adapted to changing needs as any healthy agency does, and today we continue to thrive. What hasn’t changed since day one though is that the dedicated volunteers and professional career staff EMTs work TOGETHER to deliver outstanding emergency medical services to those in need in and around our communities day in and day out! 🙌🏻

03/10/2026

Shortly before 8PM Monday evening, Lakeland EMS and Byram FD responded to Interstate 80 Eastbound MM22.4 for reports of a vehicle off the roadway overturned in a ravine. BLS4351 (staffed) responded immediately, followed shortly by BLS4355, BLS4353, BLS4352 and Allamuchy-Green First Aid Squad BLS9551. Arriving units confirmed 4 occupants still in the vehicle. Four patients were transported to a regional trauma center. BLS4352 remained available to cover the primary while the other units were committed. Also on this incident: NJSP, BTPD, Allamuchy Fire Dept. 91F, Saint Clare’s MIC 57, Netcong Fire Company No. 1, and Green Township Fire Department. Thanks to the Sussex County Sheriffs 911 Center for their help in coordinating the incident!

03/07/2026

Come join us at Wild West City for our annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 4th at 10am.

02/13/2026

A single image can capture a moment so devastating, no words could ever fully explain.

At approximately 3:45 PM, the Hopatcong Police Department was dispatched to a structure fire at OSCAR (One Step Closer Animal Rescue) located on Stanhope-Sparta Road in Hopatcong.

Upon arrival, officers from the Hopatcong Police Department and Stanhope Police Department encountered heavy fire and smoke conditions. Despite the intense and dangerous circumstances, responders along with courageous OSCAR staff members, employees from Lakeside Construction, and nearby bystanders acted swiftly and selflessly to rescue the majority of the animals prior to the fire department’s arrival.

Thanks to their extraordinary efforts, 37 dogs were safely rescued. Tragically, 6 dogs perished in the fire.

This was truly a coordinated team effort. We extend our sincere gratitude to the following agencies for their assistance and support during this incident:

• Stanhope Police Department
• Byram Township Police Department
• Sparta Police Department
• Netcong Police Department
• Hopatcong Fire Department
• Netcong Borough Fire Department
• Byram Township Fire Department
• Stanhope Fire Department
• Jefferson Township Fire Company
• Budd Lake Fire Department
• Roxbury Township Fire Department
• Mt. Arlington Fire Department
• Hopatcong Ambulance Squad
• Roxbury Ambulance Squad
• Stanhope Netcong American Legion Ambulance Corps
• Lakeland Emergency Squad
• Jefferson Township Rescue Squad
• Hopatcong Animal Control
• Roxbury Animal Control
• Sparta Animal Control
• Wantage Animal Control
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Sussex County Office of Emergency Management
• Hopatcong Office of Emergency Management
• Sussex County Fire Marshal’s Office
• Hopatcong Fire Marshal
• Sussex County Prosecutor’s Office
• Lakeside Construction
• Byram Bus
• Hudson Farm

As well as the many additional agencies and individuals who answered our call for assistance and stood by in support.

One Step Closer Animal Rescue has suffered the devastating loss of their shelter and will need the community’s continued support as they care for the surviving animals during this incredibly difficult time.

Please keep the animals, rescue staff, and all those affected in your thoughts and prayers.

02/12/2026

🚨 BLS 4355, BLS 4352, and SSU 4359 responded to this commercial structure fire at One Step Closer Animal Rescue OSCAR late this afternoon to assist our neighbors at Hopatcong Ambulance Squad. Just prior to this request, BLS 4351 was dispatched out to a medical local in Byram. We wish the team st OSCAR a speedy recovery to get back on their feet working toward their mission.

Stanhope-Netcong American Legion Ambulance Corps (SNALAC)
Jefferson Township Rescue Squad

Fire In Progress at OSCAR Dog Shelter

02/12/2026

02/08/2026

Shortly after 04:00 this morning, Lakeland EMS was requested to assist at the scene of a residential structure fire in Stanhope. Both Stanhope-Netcong EMS ambulances were on scene treating patients and preparing for transport. BLS 4355 responded staffed from our HQ with BLS 4351 following behind a few minutes later. Additionally, Hopatcong EMS 33-231 and Atlantic Mobile Health (Mount Olive EMS 3) responded to assist, along with a special call for the Morris County Medical Ambulance Bus. Numerous area fire departments worked in the single digit temperatures and icing conditions to extinguish the blaze. Units operated for nearly three hours before returning.

Stanhope-Netcong American Legion Ambulance Corps (SNALAC)
Hopatcong Ambulance Squad
Atlantic Mobile Health
Morris County Office of Emergency Management

01/28/2026

A big thank you to Byram DPW for all of their help during and after the recent storm! They are always there when needed 🙏🏻

The Byram Township Department of Public Works did an exceptional job with snow removal and navigating through the storm. Please be mindful, as they will continue to cut back and clear streets, sidewalks, and piled snow in the coming days. Please help them by removing any vehicles, garbage cans, or other obstructions from the roadway so they can perform their duties safely and efficiently.
As a reminder, if there is a sidewalk in front of your home or business, you are required to clear it.
Thank you!

01/25/2026

A few words of thanks as the snow keeps falling…. Byram Twp Fire Department is graciously letting 4359 spend a few days staying warm and cozy in their open bay as we’re dealing with a shattered rear window in the cap. Our friends at Newton Volunteer First Aid & Rescue Squad helped us out last night covering one of four Byram calls that came in within 80 minutes of one another as many of our members were enjoying our Installation Dinner. Speaking of Installation Dinner…thanks to our Dinner Committee for all your hard work in putting together an enjoyable evening!

10/04/2025

🥾 Today’s the day! Bring your family and friends up to the Hudson Farm Fall Charity Hike - this is a FREE event and the weather is perfect for a nice walk in the woods ☀️

SAVE THE DATE: OCTOBER 4, 2025