Taylor County EMS

08/23/2026

☀️ HEAT AWARENESS: STAY COOL, STAY HYDRATED! 💧

Texas heat can become dangerous quickly. Whether you’re working outside, exercising, traveling, or enjoying time outdoors, taking precautions can help prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

💧 Hydrate early and often

Drink water regularly throughout the day—don’t wait until you’re thirsty.
If you’re sweating heavily for an extended period, consider an electrolyte drink to help replace lost salts.

Avoid excessive alcohol and caffeine when you’re spending time in the heat.

🌡️ Know the warning signs of heat illness

Heat exhaustion: Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, cool/clammy skin, and muscle cramps.

🚨 Heat stroke is a medical emergency: Confusion, altered behavior, loss of consciousness, seizures, hot skin, and a very high body temperature can occur.

If you suspect heat stroke, call 911 immediately and move the person to a cooler area while help is on the way. Begin cooling them as quickly as possible.

🧢 Protect yourself
• Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
• Use sunscreen and a hat when outdoors.
• Never leave children, elderly individuals, or pets unattended in a vehicle—even for a short time.
• Check on friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers who may be especially vulnerable to the heat.

A little preparation can prevent a heat-related emergency. Stay cool. Drink up. Look out for one another. ❤️

08/21/2026

08/13/2026

We are honored to have been asked to help Jim Ned High School with their annual Stop the Bleed staff training! Hope everyone has a WONDERFUL back to school season!!

08/08/2026

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Here is the official sign up form for the Kickball Tournament

Tournament will be held on Saturday, August 29th at Wylie High School Softball Field with first game beginning at 10am. Team registration is $150 per team, and the tournament winner will receive $300. Only eight (8) teams are being accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once eight teams have s...

08/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us this evening for our Back-to-School Bash! We had a wonderful time enjoying great food, fun activities, and fellowship together. We appreciate everyone who came out and helped make the evening such a success. We hope everyone has an amazing school year!

08/02/2026

Yesterday evening, we had the privilege of attending the City of Tye’s Back-to-School Bash. We had an amazing time supporting the City of Tye and the Tye Volunteer Fire Department. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a great event—we’re grateful to be part of such a wonderful community! 🚒📚❤️

07/31/2026

Today, Taylor County EMS would like to recognize the exceptional teamwork and professionalism demonstrated during a recent motor vehicle collision response.

Incidents such as these require coordinated efforts from multiple agencies, and the seamless collaboration displayed by everyone involved exemplifies the commitment our first responders have to serving our community.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Merkel Fire Department, Taylor County Sheriff's Office, 911 Dispatch, Texas Department of Public Safety, and Air Evac 63 for their outstanding partnership. From the initial emergency call to patient care, scene safety, traffic control, and transport, each agency played a vital role in ensuring the best possible outcome.

The dedication, communication, and professionalism shown throughout the incident are a testament to the strength of our public safety partnerships. We are grateful to serve alongside men and women who consistently demonstrate excellence under pressure and remain committed to the safety and well-being of our community.

Thank you to every responder who answered the call. It is an honor to work alongside such dedicated professionals.

Together, we make a difference.
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07/29/2026

Last week, we sent crew members to South Texas to assist with severe flood operations. Our team worked diligently along with other entities to be ready to respond to any call that was assigned to them.

We are grateful for the opportunity to serve our state during its time of need, while continuing to serve the communities of Taylor County. Thank you to our dedicated team for representing our company with compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to helping others.