General Info

The Southern Garrett County Rescue Squad provides emergency medical services in the cases of fires and accidents. It is a part of the Garrett County Department of Public Safety and Emergency Management, which is a governing body of various local fire departments and rescue squads. The department receives and processes emergency 9-1-1 calls for assistance, including fire, emergency medical services and police. It develops and maintains emergency operations and hazard mitigation and material response plans. The department is responsible for coordinating the evacuation and sheltering of people affected by disasters. The Southern Garrett County Rescue Squad maintains a fleet of ambulances and utility vehicles. The department is a part of the government of Garrett County in Maryland.