Emergency Services Contact Directory #
During emergencies, every second counts. Accessing the right service quickly can protect health, safety, and lives. This directory provides a comprehensive list of critical emergency contacts in Erie, Pennsylvania. Each entry includes not only the contact information but also a brief description of the service, ensuring individuals and families understand when and how to use each resource.
Emergency Medical Services #
- Emergency Number (Police, Fire, Ambulance): 911
The universal emergency number in the United States. Call immediately in life-threatening situations, accidents, fires, medical emergencies, or when urgent police assistance is needed.
Fire Department
Non-Emergency Number: (814) 870-1400
Address: 626 State Street, Erie, PA 16501
Local Police Department
Non-Emergency Number: (814) 870-1125
Address: 626 State St, Erie, PA 16501
State Police
Non-Emergency Number: (814) 898-1641
Address: 4320 Iroquois Avenue, Erie, PA16511
www.psp.pa.gov/Pages/default.aspx
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- EmergyCare
Phone: (814) 870-1010
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation: (814) 870-1020
Address: 1926 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16502
EmergyCare is a nonprofit emergency medical services provider in Erie and the surrounding region. It responds to 911 calls, provides basic and advanced life support, and offers interfacility transport services.
- UPMC Hamot Emergency Department
Phone: (814) 877-6000
Address: 201 State Street, Erie, PA 16550
www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/hamot
UPMC Hamot is a Level II Trauma Center providing advanced emergency care for critical injuries and illnesses. - AHN Saint Vincent Emergency Department
Phone: (814) 452-5000
Address: 232 W 25th Street, Erie, PA 16544
www.ahn.org/locations/saint-vincent-hospital
AHN Saint Vincent offers a full-service emergency department with rapid response teams for trauma, cardiac, and pediatric emergencies.
Crisis and Mental Health Support #
- Erie County Crisis Services (24/7)
Phone: (814) 456-2014
www.eriecountypa.gov/departments/human-services/mental-health
Provides immediate crisis intervention and support for individuals experiencing mental health emergencies, including suicidal thoughts, severe distress, or psychiatric crises. - Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial 988
988lifeline.org
A nationwide service offering immediate, confidential support for people in emotional distress or at risk of suicide. Calls are routed to trained crisis counselors. - Safe Harbor Behavioral Health of UPMC Hamot
Phone: (814) 459-9300
Address: 1330 W 26th Street, Erie, PA 16508
www.upmc.com/locations/hospitals/hamot/services/behavioral-health
Provides mental health services including crisis intervention, psychiatric evaluation, and ongoing behavioral health support.
Poison and Hazard Response #
- Poison Control Center (U.S. Nationwide): 1-800-222-1222
www.poison.org
A confidential, 24/7 service that provides expert guidance on exposure to household chemicals, medications, or environmental hazards. - Erie County Department of Health
Phone: (814) 451-6700
Address: 606 W 2nd Street, Erie, PA 16507
www.eriecountypa.gov/departments/health
Responds to public health emergencies, including environmental hazards, communicable disease outbreaks, and community health risks.
Domestic Violence and Family Support #
- SafeNet Domestic Violence Services (24/7)
Phone: (814) 454-8161
Address: 1702 French Street, Erie, PA 16501
www.safeneterie.org
Offers confidential shelter, counseling, legal advocacy, and crisis intervention for individuals and families experiencing domestic violence. - ChildLine (Pennsylvania Statewide): 1-800-932-0313
www.keepkidssafe.pa.gov
A toll-free hotline for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect. Calls are answered by trained intake specialists who connect cases to local child protection agencies.
Utility and Safety Emergencies #
- National Fuel Gas Emergency Line: 1-800-444-3130
www.nationalfuel.com/safety/gas-emergencies
For gas leaks, odors of natural gas, or gas line emergencies. Available 24/7. - Penelec (FirstEnergy) Emergency Line: 1-888-544-4877
www.firstenergycorp.com/outages_help/Report_Power_Outages
For reporting downed power lines, outages, or electrical hazards in Erie County. - Erie Water Works Emergency Line
Phone: (814) 870-8087
www.eriewater.org
For urgent water-related emergencies such as main breaks, flooding, or loss of service.