SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. — Two upcoming blood drives will be held in Sussex County as part of National EMS Week, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. The Blood Bank of Delmarva is partnering with local emergency medical providers to host the events, aiming to honor the contributions of first responders while helping stabilize the region’s blood supply ahead of the busy trauma season.
The first blood drive will take place on Thursday, May 23, at the Seaford Volunteer Fire Company from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. A second drive will be held on Thursday, May 30, at Sussex County EMS headquarters in Georgetown, running from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Officials say the effort is part of a larger regional campaign to support emergency care and ensure blood supplies are sufficient when seasonal trauma-related incidents typically increase. Community members who are eligible to donate are encouraged to participate. Appointments can be made online at delmarvablood.org.
National EMS Week recognizes the essential work of emergency medical personnel across the country, highlighting their role in frontline response and critical care. These local drives are expected to bolster both awareness and inventory during one of the most demanding periods for blood demand each year.
