Emergency services

Providing practical and emotional support to Emergency Responders and Local Communities

The Salvation Army provides practical and emotional support to members of the emergency services at major incidents such as fires, floods, and accidents. 

Salvation Army Volunteers and Officers making teas, coffees and sandwiches for first responders and the general public at an incident in London

We have been on the front lines supporting the emergency services since the 1800s, when we responded to a major cholera epidemic in London. 

Since then, we have stood beside our Armed Forces across Europe during World War Two, helped people in the aftermath of terror attacks and fires, and even provided comfort and refreshments to people queuing to see The Queen’s lying in state.

Remembering 7/7

Twenty years ago on 7 July four terrorist bombs exploded in central London. 

In the month following the attacks Salvation Army Officers and Volunteers served where they were needed, offering comfort and practical support to those who needed it. 

In the video below, you can hear from some of the people who were on the front lines supporting emergency services and the wider community. 

We also work in partnership with the Cabinet OfficeMet Office, as well as a number of government and voluntary organisations to raise awareness of the ‘Get Ready For Winter’ and ‘Get Ready For Summer’ campaigns.

Email: Emergencyresponse@salvationarmy.org.uk

The Salvation Army is a member of the Voluntary Sector Emergency Group and works closely with government and voluntary sector colleagues to respond to major incidents