Adams County EMS Association

Here is a breakdown of our calls for service last week.

We hope you have a safe and happy Father’s Day!

🚨 TORNADO WARNING FOR PORTIONS OF ADAMS COUNTY 🚨

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for northwestern Adams County until 2:00 AM EDT.

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Bethel and moving east at 45 mph. Radar indicates rotation within the storm.

🌪 TAKE COVER NOW!
Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are in a mobile home or vehicle, seek substantial shelter immediately.

Source: National Weather Service Wilmington, Ohio

Courtesy of: Adams County Emergency Management Agency

Here is a breakdown of our calls for service for last week.

For additional education provided by ACEMS

Community Education – Adams County EMS Public Education & Community Outreach Adams County EMS prides itself on being a provider of high-quality public education and community outreach programs. We are affiliated with Shawnee State University, Wayne Township Fire/EMS, and Adams County Regional Medical Center to allow us to provide a wide....

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Join us at Adams County EMS for a 2 Day Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Course offered through the National Association of EMTs.

Up-to-date evidenced based practice about traumatic injuries in the pre-hospital setting. There will also be a Pig Lung Lab to discuss the importance of positive end expiratory pressure (PEEP) & practice cricothyrotomy procedures.

Did you know we have several department members who are also CPR Instructors? If you are wanting to get CPR and first aid certified, let us know.

It is CPR Week! Hands-Only CPR Can Save Lives! If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of any tune that is 100 to 120 beats per minute, such as the classic disco song "Stayin' Alive".

With the levy failing, we are actively monitoring our budget and making changes to be able to serve the residents of Adams County as long as possible. Overtime has been limited which in turn has left gaps in our schedules. If there is not a person to fill a shift, stations are being closed for that shift. When that happens we will close station 400 (West Union) first and then station 500 (Green township) next. This means that there could be an increased response time when you call 9-1-1. While this is difficult for us, we want to be transparent about what is happening moving forward. If you have any questions please reach out. Please bear with us while we are adjusting our schedule. We will do our best to maintain coverage for as many people as we can.

⭐️ Staff Spotlight ⭐️

In February we introduced Lexi Carver. Lexi has been with ACEMS for about a year now, and today she passed her NREMT Paramedic Exam!

Lexi said “My favorite part of working here is the opportunity to constantly learn new things, meet new people and working alongside a crew that feels like family while still showing up for the people when they need us.”

Your dedication to professionalism and quality patient care is an asset to all the communites where you provide care. We are proud to have you as a part of our team at Adams County EMS!

🚑💙 NATIONAL EMS WEEK | MAY 17–23, 2026 💙🚑

This week, Adams County Communications Center proudly recognizes and honors the incredible EMS professionals serving Adams County.

To our partners at Adams County EMS, Manchester EMS, and West Union Life Squad, thank you.

Thank you for answering the call at every hour of the day and night. Thank you for your compassion, dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to caring for our community during some of life's most difficult moments.

When seconds matter, you show up.

When people need help most, you answer.

Whether responding to emergencies, providing lifesaving care, or standing ready when our community calls, your service does not go unnoticed.

From all of us at Adams County Communications Center —

❤️ We can't thank you enough for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to serving Adams County.

Happy National EMS Week to the men and women who continue serving with professionalism, strength, and heart every single day.