Emergency Services in Cherry Hill, NJ

Knowing who to call in an emergency and where to go for medical care is essential for every Cherry Hill resident. This guide covers the township's police, fire, and EMS services, plus nearby hospitals and urgent care centers, so you are prepared before you need help.

In an Emergency, Always Dial 911

For any life-threatening emergency, fire, crime in progress, or medical crisis, call 911 immediately. Cherry Hill's emergency dispatch center is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. When you call, stay calm, give your address or location clearly, and describe the nature of the emergency. Do not hang up until the dispatcher tells you to.

Cherry Hill Police Department

The Cherry Hill Police Department provides law enforcement services to the entire township. The department is headquartered at the Municipal Building and operates 24/7.

Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency Dispatch: (856) 665-1200
Address: 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Administrative Office: (856) 488-7828
Website: chnj.gov

The police department handles everything from traffic enforcement and accident investigation to criminal investigations and community policing. The department also offers programs like vacation house checks (where an officer checks your home while you are away) and community outreach events.

Cherry Hill Fire Department

The Cherry Hill Fire Department is a professional, career department with over 125 firefighters operating out of six to seven stations across the township. Fire Headquarters is located at 1100 Marlkress Road.

Emergency: 911
Fire Headquarters: (856) 795-9805
Address: 1100 Marlkress Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Website: chnj.gov/fire

The fire department responds to structure fires, vehicle fires, hazardous materials incidents, rescue calls, and natural disasters. They also conduct fire prevention inspections, public education programs, and fire safety surveys for homes and businesses.

Cherry Hill Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Cherry Hill EMS is part of the Cherry Hill Fire Department and employs approximately 50 paramedics and EMTs who provide both Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance services around the clock.

Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: Contact the Fire Department at (856) 795-9805

Cherry Hill EMS is equipped with modern ambulances and advanced medical equipment. Paramedics can provide advanced cardiac care, airway management, medication administration, and other life-saving interventions at the scene and during transport to the hospital.

Hospitals Near Cherry Hill

Cherry Hill is fortunate to have excellent medical facilities nearby. Here are the closest hospitals:

Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital — 2201 Chapel Avenue West, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. Phone: (856) 488-6500. This is the closest hospital to most Cherry Hill neighborhoods, offering emergency services, surgery, maternity care, and more.
Virtua Voorhees Hospital — 100 Bowman Drive, Voorhees, NJ 08043. About a 10-minute drive from central Cherry Hill.
Cooper University Hospital — 1 Cooper Plaza, Camden, NJ 08103. A major Level 1 trauma center about 15 minutes away.
Jefferson Stratford Hospital — 18 East Laurel Road, Stratford, NJ 08084. About 15 minutes from Cherry Hill.

Urgent Care Centers

For non-life-threatening medical needs (sprains, minor fractures, colds, flu, cuts, and infections), urgent care centers are a faster and more affordable option than the emergency room. Cherry Hill has several urgent care options:

Jefferson Health Urgent Care — Multiple locations in and around Cherry Hill.
Virtua Urgent Care — Locations in Cherry Hill and nearby towns.
Concentra Urgent Care — 1930 Route 70 East, Cherry Hill.

Check with your insurance provider for in-network urgent care options near your address.

Emergency Preparedness Tips

Being prepared before an emergency happens can make all the difference. Here are a few tips for Cherry Hill homeowners:

Know your address. It sounds simple, but house numbers can be hard to see at night. Make sure your house number is clearly visible from the street.
Keep a list of emergency contacts. Post it on your refrigerator and save it in your phone.
Have an emergency kit. Include flashlights, batteries, a first aid kit, bottled water, non-perishable food, medications, and important documents.
Sign up for emergency alerts. Cherry Hill Township offers emergency notification systems through the county. Register on the township website to receive alerts about severe weather, road closures, and public safety incidents.
Know your evacuation routes. In the event of a major emergency, Routes 70, 38, and the New Jersey Turnpike are primary evacuation routes.

Non-Emergency Resources

For non-emergency situations, there are several resources available:

Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
New Jersey 2-1-1: Dial 211 for community services and crisis support.
Cherry Hill Township: (856) 488-7878 for general township services.
Public Works: (856) 424-4422 for road hazards, downed trees, and water main breaks during business hours.

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