Lifeguard Ambulance Service - Florence, Alabama

03/15/2026

Congratulations to Matthew on his promotion to Field Training Officer. His years of experience, clinical knowledge, and commitment to excellence make him a great fit for this leadership role. We look forward to seeing the impact he will have while training and mentoring future EMS professionals.

03/14/2026

🚑 Safety Saturday: Medication Safety

Safety Saturday 💊

Medication safety matters for the whole family.

A few quick reminders:
• Keep medications out of reach of children
• Store meds in their original labeled bottles
• Never take someone else’s prescription

When in doubt, call Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

How does your family store medication?

⬇️Drop your answers below⬇️

03/13/2026

🚑 Community Safety Question

When you see an ambulance with lights and sirens behind you, what should you do?

A. Speed up
B. Pull to the right and stop
C. Stop in the road
D. Keep driving normally

Drop your answer in the comments below 👇

03/12/2026

Could you save a life?🚑

If someone near you suddenly collapsed, would you know how to perform CPR until help arrived?

🔘 Yes, I’m CPR trained
🔘 I was trained once but might need a refresher
🔘 No, but I’d like to learn
🔘 No, I wouldn’t know what to do

Drop your answer below ⬇️

03/11/2026

🚑 EMS DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know the cardiac monitor is one of the most used pieces of equipment on an ambulance?

It doesn’t just check heart rhythms. Modern monitors can also track:
• Blood pressure
• Oxygen levels
• Carbon dioxide (capnography)
• And detect life-threatening heart attacks early

The cardiac monitor helps EMS providers make critical decisions before the patient even reaches the hospital.

Early detection = faster treatment = better outcomes.

03/10/2026

🏆 MVP of the Week: Chase 🚑

This week we’re recognizing Chase for consistently bringing a strong work ethic and positive attitude to every shift. His outgoing personality, determination, and hardworking mindset make him a dependable member of the team and someone you can always count on when the tones drop.

Consistency in EMS matters, and Chase shows up ready to work, support his crew, and get the job done right every time.

Great work, Chase. Keep setting the standard! 👏🚑

03/09/2026

🚑 Question of the Day

What is the most important trait an EMS provider should have?

Compassion
Confidence
Critical thinking
Communication

💬 Comment your pick!

03/07/2026

🚑 Safety Saturday

Simple reminder from your local EMS crews:

• Wear your seatbelt
• Don’t text and drive
• Move over for emergency vehicles

Small choices save lives.

03/06/2026

🚑 EMS Myth vs Fact

MYTH OR FACT?

A patient having a heart attack will always have severe chest pain.

👇 Drop your answer in the comments:
MYTH or FACT

03/05/2026

🚑 Question of the Day

What piece of equipment do you think ambulance crews use the most on a call?

A. Cardiac monitor
B. Oxygen
C. Glucometer
D. Blood pressure cuff

👇 Drop your guess in the comments!

03/04/2026

💙 Wellness Wednesday💚

Mental Health Matters

Mental health struggles do not make someone weak.
They make someone human.

If you or someone you love is struggling, free help is available 24/7.

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🚨 In Immediate Danger

Call 911 and tell dispatch it is a mental health emergency.

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📞 National Free Crisis Support (Call or Text)

• 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org

• Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741

• Veterans Crisis Line
Call 988, then press 1
Or text 838255

• Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ Youth)
Call 1-866-488-7386
Text START to 678678

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📍 Alabama Free Resources

• Alabama Dept. of Mental Health: 1-800-367-0955
• Crisis Services of North Alabama: 256-716-1000
• The Crisis Center (Central AL): 205-323-7777
• Talk Across Alabama Warm Line: 1-844-999-4647
• Dial 211 for local services and referrals

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You do not have to carry everything alone.
Reaching out could save a life, maybe even your own.

#988

At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

03/03/2026

🚑 Before There Were Ambulances

In the 1800s, there was no 911.
No paramedics.
No oxygen.
No cardiac monitor.

In cities like New York City, injured people were transported in police wagons, sometimes called “paddy wagons.” No medical care. Just a ride.

The first organized civilian ambulance service started during the American Civil War.

Modern EMS is younger than most people think.
Paramedics didn’t even officially exist in many states until the 1970s.

🚑 Every time we respond, we’re part of a system that’s barely 50 years old.