Bluffton EMS

03/15/2026

During the recent wind storm, our community saw an incredible response from many dedicated professionals and volunteers.

We want to extend a sincere thank you to our EMS crews, fire department, law enforcement, dispatch/communications personnel, AEP line workers, and village employees who worked tirelessly to keep our community safe.

Your teamwork, long hours, and commitment during challenging conditions do not go unnoticed. We are grateful for each and every one of you.

03/13/2026

We would like to introduce our long awaited “new to us” Echo/Car 100! Masterpiece Signs & Graphics did a phenomenal job with their designs for our new vehicle. In addition to our departments two ambulances, this vehicle will be utilized primarily to respond to calls and is stocked with emergency equipment to assist in providing life-saving services to our community.

03/10/2026

Be safe and vigilant tonight folks!

02/17/2026

HANCOCK COUNTY:
State Route 103 at Navajo Drive just east of I-75 in the village of Bluffton will close Monday, March 2, for approximately 130 days (July 10) to construct a roundabout.
Detour: I-75 to SR 235, back to SR 103
Check OHGO.com for updated travel info 🗺️📍

01/27/2026

Last night two of our finest were honored during the Village Council Meeting. First, Meri Skilliter was recognized for 35 years of Volunteer Service to Bluffton EMS. During that time she served the community as an Advanced EMT and also an instructor to our EMS providers, ensuring our crews stayed current with protocols and procedures. We wish her well in her future endeavors!
Jan Basinger was then honored. Jan has been an Advanced EMT in Bluffton for the past 33 years, with the last 19 of those heading our squad as Chief. Although our department has transitioned from Volunteer to full time Jan continues to operate as our Assistant Chief, filling vacant shifts, providing guidance and remaining a pivotal and respected member of our department.

01/26/2026

We are now under a level 2 roadway advisor per the Allen County Sheriff. This means the roads are still dangerous to be on and you should only leave in the case of a personal emergency. Please be safe out there if you do decide to drive!

As of 2:09 p.m., 1/29/2026, Allen County is no longer under any roadway advisories or warnings. All advisories have been canceled.

Motorists are encouraged to continue driving with caution due to current weather conditions.

Thank you to all state, county, and township road crews who worked tirelessly during this winter storm. Thank you as well to all essential workers who continued to report to work despite the road conditions.

Stay safe, Allen County!
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⚠️LEVEL 1: ROADWAY ADVISORY
ALLEN COUNTY SHERIFF MATT TREGLIA HAS DOWNGRADED FROM THE LEVEL TWO ROADWAR WARNING TO A LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” FOR ALLEN COUNTY, OHIO. THIS LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” IS IN EFFECT AS OF 9:22AM, January 28, 2026.

A LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” Allen County roadways are snow or ice covered with possible drifting. Extreme caution is advised.

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⚠️UPDATE: As of 1/27/26 at 9:30PM, Allen County remains under a Level Two Roadway Advisory.

Please be advised that road crews will dwindle into the late evening and overnight hours. Roads are expected to remain slick, and drifting may occur. Residents are urged to continue using extreme caution while traveling.

The next update will be provided later tomorrow morning (1/28/26).
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ROADWAY UPDATE:
⚠️⚠️As of 1:47pm on January 27, 2026, Allen County remains on a LEVEL TWO ROADWAY WARNING.

Sheriff Treglia has been in regular contact with Allen County Engineer Brion Rhodes and Road Superintendent Daren Leis. Allen County roadways are slick and snow covered, which is expected with the current weather conditions. Significant drifting is occurring. Travel with extreme caution. Please continue to give plow\salt trucks plenty of room to work.

Expect another update tonight at approximately 9:30pm.
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•1/26/2026 @ 6:34PM: Allen County remains on a LEVEL TWO ROADWAY WARNING•

⚠️⚠️LEVEL 2 ROADWAY WARNING⚠️⚠️
ALLEN COUNTY SHERIFF MATT TREGLIA HAS ISSUED A LEVEL 2 ROADWAY WARNING FOR ALLEN COUNTY AS OF 9:30AM 1/26/2026

Level 2 Roadway Warning: All roadways in Allen County are extremely dangerous due to heavy, drifted or blowing snow. Some roads may become impassable causing danger to stranded drivers and occupants. Only motorists with extreme necessity and specialized equipment should attempt to drive in these unsafe conditions. In the interest of public safety, motorists are strongly advised to stay off roadways until conditions improve.

• This post will be updated as road conditions change•

01/25/2026

Allen County will be under a Level 3 stating at 7:00pm. We urge everyone to stay home and safe!

As of 2:09 p.m., 1/29/2026, Allen County is no longer under any roadway advisories or warnings. All advisories have been canceled.

Motorists are encouraged to continue driving with caution due to current weather conditions.

Thank you to all state, county, and township road crews who worked tirelessly during this winter storm. Thank you as well to all essential workers who continued to report to work despite the road conditions.

Stay safe, Allen County!
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⚠️LEVEL 1: ROADWAY ADVISORY
ALLEN COUNTY SHERIFF MATT TREGLIA HAS DOWNGRADED FROM THE LEVEL TWO ROADWAR WARNING TO A LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” FOR ALLEN COUNTY, OHIO. THIS LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” IS IN EFFECT AS OF 9:22AM, January 28, 2026.

A LEVEL 1 “ROADWAY ADVISORY” Allen County roadways are snow or ice covered with possible drifting. Extreme caution is advised.

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⚠️UPDATE: As of 1/27/26 at 9:30PM, Allen County remains under a Level Two Roadway Advisory.

Please be advised that road crews will dwindle into the late evening and overnight hours. Roads are expected to remain slick, and drifting may occur. Residents are urged to continue using extreme caution while traveling.

The next update will be provided later tomorrow morning (1/28/26).

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ROADWAY UPDATE:
⚠️⚠️As of 1:47pm on January 27, 2026, Allen County remains on a LEVEL TWO ROADWAY WARNING.

Sheriff Treglia has been in regular contact with Allen County Engineer Brion Rhodes and Road Superintendent Daren Leis. Allen County roadways are slick and snow covered, which is expected with the current weather conditions. Significant drifting is occurring. Travel with extreme caution. Please continue to give plow\salt trucks plenty of room to work.

Expect another update tonight at approximately 9:30pm.
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⚠️⚠️LEVEL 2 ROADWAY WARNING⚠️⚠️
ALLEN COUNTY SHERIFF MATT TREGLIA HAS ISSUED A LEVEL 2 ROADWAY WARNING FOR ALLEN COUNTY AS OF 9:30AM 1/26/2026

•The level three roadway warning has been canceled.

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At 7:00pm tonight (1/25/2026), Allen County will be under a Level 3 Roadway Warning
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Allen County Residents,

I have spoken with Allen County Engineer Brian Rhodes and Road Superintendent Darren Leis. Their crews have worked tirelessly around the clock to clear roadways, and I want to sincerely thank them for their dedication and hard work during this severe winter storm. However, with a storm of this magnitude, maintaining clear roads has become increasingly difficult. In the coming hours, road crews will be forced to suspend operations, and continued snowfall will quickly cover roadways throughout Allen County.

Therefore, at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 25, 2026, a Level 3 Roadway Warning will be issued for Allen County.

Roadways are snow-covered, and many are impassable. Residents should only travel in emergency or essential situations and are urged to use extreme caution. Employers are encouraged to delay or adjust start times for third- and first-shift employees where applicable.

This Level 3 Roadway Warning will remain in effect until late morning on Monday, January 26, 2026.

Thank you for your cooperation, and please join me in thanking our road crews for their continued efforts to keep Allen County safe.

Sincerely,
Matthew B. Treglia
Allen County Sheriff

01/25/2026

How are you finding ways to stay entertained during the 2026 Snowpocalypse? Share your snow day photos with us!

01/24/2026

Allen and surrounding counties are under a winter storm warning. Now is the time to gas up and pick up your last minute crockpot items. Stay warm and safe folks!

01/18/2026

Stay safe and warm folks!

01/09/2026

In honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day we want to thank all of our officers who serve and protect the community. Thank you for your commitment to protecting the people of Bluffton!

12/13/2025

Be prepared for snowy conditions and cold temps!