PUBLIC SAFETY IN OUR COMMUNITIES

Greater Pittsburgh Emergency Services.

Find police stations, fire stations and hospital emergency departments across the Pittsburgh region, with links to official information.

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27 official-source locations across all nine counties to start this growing directory. This is not a complete list. Browse by county and service type, or suggest a missing station below.

Pins mark facility addresses, not emergency entrances or service boundaries. For immediate help call 911; do not use this map to choose an emergency response destination.

Pittsburgh emergency services: police, fire & hospital locations

27 listings

Armstrong · Hospital emergency departments

ACMH Hospital

1 Nolte Dr, Kittanning, PA 16201

Hospital with an officially listed emergency department. Follow hospital signage for the emergency entrance; the pin marks the facility address.

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HOW HELP GETS TO YOU

How Pittsburgh emergency services work together

Pittsburgh emergency services are not one single agency. Police departments, fire companies, emergency medical services, hospitals and county 911 centers each have a role, and they work together when someone calls for help. Knowing the basics can make a stressful moment a little easier.

911 dispatch

Most requests for Pittsburgh emergency services start with a 911 call, which goes to a 911 communications center that serves your area. Dispatchers ask questions, figure out which responders to send and can give instructions while help is on the way. Stay on the line and answer their questions as clearly as you can.

Police coverage

Many cities, boroughs and townships in the region have their own police departments. Some communities rely on regional departments or on the Pennsylvania State Police for coverage. The closest station on this map may not be the agency that serves your address, which is why 911 is always the right first call in an emergency.

Fire companies

Fire protection in western Pennsylvania comes from a mix of career departments, volunteer fire companies and combination departments. Many local fire companies also respond to vehicle crashes, rescues and other calls beyond fires. In smaller communities, volunteers are often the backbone of Pittsburgh emergency services.

Emergency medical services and hospitals

Ambulance service may come from a municipal, regional, hospital-based or private EMS provider, depending on where you are. Paramedics and EMTs decide which hospital is appropriate based on your condition, so the nearest hospital on the map is not always where an ambulance will go.

This page maps Pittsburgh emergency services locations for reference and planning only. It is never a substitute for calling 911.

THE RIGHT NUMBER

When to call 911 and when to use other numbers

Pittsburgh emergency services depend on 911 lines staying open for true emergencies. Use this as a general guide, and when in doubt, call 911.

  • Call 911 for a fire, a crime in progress, a serious injury, someone who is not breathing or unresponsive, chest pain, signs of a stroke, a serious crash or any situation where life or property is in immediate danger.
  • Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for mental health, substance use or suicidal crisis support. If someone is in immediate danger, call 911.
  • Call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 for questions about a possible poisoning. Call 911 if the person has collapsed, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing.
  • Dial 211 to connect with community resources such as food, housing and utility help.
  • Use your local police non-emergency number for situations that are not urgent, such as reporting an old theft or a noise complaint. Check your municipality or county website for the right number.

BE READY

Be ready before you need Pittsburgh emergency services

A few minutes of planning at home can help Pittsburgh emergency services reach you faster and help your family stay calm.

Make your address easy to find

Post clear house numbers that can be seen from the street, day and night. Know your nearest cross street, and if you live in an apartment, know your building and unit number. Rural homes with long driveways benefit from a marked number at the road.

Know what to tell the dispatcher

  • Your exact location, including any landmarks.
  • What happened and how many people need help.
  • Whether anyone is unconscious, not breathing or bleeding heavily.
  • Any dangers, such as fire, downed wires, weapons or traffic.

Keep key information handy

Keep a short list of medications, allergies, medical conditions and emergency contacts for each person in your household. Store it on your phone and on paper near the door or on the fridge.

Plan for weather and power outages

Western Pennsylvania winters, storms and flooding can cause outages and road closures. Keep flashlights, batteries, water, a phone charger and any needed medications on hand. Many counties offer emergency alert sign-ups; check your county’s official website to see what is available.

Protect your home

Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms regularly, keep a fire extinguisher where you can reach it and practice a home escape plan with two ways out of every room.

GIVE BACK

Supporting Pittsburgh emergency services in your community

Many Pittsburgh emergency services, especially volunteer fire companies and community EMS organizations, rely on local support. There are simple ways to help:

  • Pull over to the right and stop for vehicles using lights and sirens.
  • Keep fire hydrants near your home clear of snow, cars and clutter.
  • Go to fundraisers held by your local fire company or EMS organization, or make a direct donation.
  • Ask your local fire company about volunteer opportunities. Many need help with more than firefighting, including fundraising and administration.
  • Learn CPR and basic first aid so you can help until professionals arrive.

For local preparedness tips and alert programs, check your county emergency management agency’s official website.

Using this guide

What should I do in an emergency?

Call 911 for an emergency requiring police, fire or an ambulance. Be ready to give your location and describe what is happening. Follow the dispatcher’s instructions.

Can I request emergency help through YinzMart?

No. YinzMart does not dispatch responders or monitor emergency requests. Never use our suggestion form, email or listing links to report an emergency.

Are fire and police stations always staffed for walk-ins?

Do not assume someone will be available at a station. Crews may be responding elsewhere, and some stations rely on volunteers. Use the agency’s official contact information for routine business; call 911 for emergencies.

Does the closest police station serve my address?

Not necessarily. Municipal and state police coverage varies. Map pins show physical locations, not jurisdiction boundaries. Follow the official agency’s guidance for non-emergency reports.

Are all hospitals and clinics included?

No. This starter directory includes selected hospitals with officially listed emergency departments. Urgent care and routine clinics are different services and are not presented as emergency departments here.

Does the map show the emergency entrance or current wait times?

No. Pins use facility addresses and may not mark an emergency entrance. Follow official hospital directions and on-site signs. We do not show live wait times, capacity, diversion status or staffing.

Is this medical advice?

No. YinzMart provides directory information, not medical advice or a recommendation about which facility is appropriate for a particular condition.

Can I suggest a missing station or correction?

Yes. Use the suggestion link for directory updates only and include an official source. Do not include patient information or use it to request emergency help. Submissions are reviewed before changes are made.

Who provides Pittsburgh emergency services in my town?

It depends on your municipality. Your police, fire and EMS coverage may come from a local department, a regional agency, a volunteer company or the Pennsylvania State Police. Your municipal or county website is the best place to confirm, and 911 will route emergencies to the right responders.

Where can I find non-emergency numbers for Pittsburgh emergency services?

Check your municipality’s or county’s official website, or open the official website link on a listing above. Save your local police non-emergency number in your phone before you need it.

Can I text 911?

Text-to-911 is available in some areas, but calling is still the best option when you can do it safely. If you text, include your location and the type of emergency in the first message.

What if I call 911 by mistake?

Stay on the line and tell the dispatcher it was an accident. Hanging up can mean they need to call you back or send someone to check.

About this YinzMart guide

This guide brings together public agency and hospital information for reference. Police jurisdiction and emergency entrances are not inferred from map distance. Call 911 for emergency help.

Compiled by YinzMart using the official sources linked with each listing. This is a growing selection, not a complete inventory of the nine-county region. Source-review dates below describe the listing review, not continuous monitoring.

Know a place we missed or a detail that changed? Suggest a local listing or correction. We review submissions against official information before adding them. Do not send emergency requests or patient information through this form.

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Official sources checked October 15, 2026. Directory information can change; use the linked agency or hospital for current details. In an emergency, call 911.

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