VB Rescue is the heartbeat of the Virginia Beach community and is a system of 10 individual volunteer rescue squads, in collaboration with the Department of Emergency Medical Services.

More than 500 volunteers and career EMS providers work with public safety partners to keep our community safe and healthy. Together, the trained and certified providers of VB Rescue are dedicated to delivering effective services for more than 54,000 emergency calls on a yearly basis.

Latest Blog Posts

  • April 5, 2024

    VB Rescue Volunteers: The Strength of Our EMS System

    Recognizing the City of Virginia Beach’s EMS volunteers during National Volunteer Month.

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  • February 27, 2024

    EMS’ First Citizens Academy Teaches More Than Just How to Save Lives

    Participants received hands-on CPR, First Aid and Stop the Bleed training, along with a better understanding of the work of EMS. 

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  • December 14, 2023

    EMS Medical Director Celebrates 25 Years of Serving the Virginia Beach Community

    Dr. Stewart Martin remains committed to keeping VB Rescue on the forefront of Emergency Medical Services.

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