10/28/2026
When the unexpected happens, first responders answer the call.
On National First Responders Day, we recognize the firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency medical personnel, dispatchers, search-and-rescue teams, and other public safety professionals who help protect visitors, communities, and the places we all treasure. Their work reminds us that behind every safe return, every emergency response, and every helping hand is someone ready to serve when it matters most.
To all first responders, in Vermont and beyond: thank you for your service, your courage, and your commitment to others.