Humboldt Area Rescue Squad

04/28/2026

⚠️ GIBSON COUNTY TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 10:00 PM ⚠️

Gibson County is currently under a Tornado Watch until 10:00 PM. Please stay weather‑aware this evening.

What You Should Do Now

Prepare your safe area: Choose a basement, storm cellar, or an interior room on the lowest floor away from windows.

Gather supplies: Keep essentials on hand water, non-perishable snacks, flashlights, batteries, first-aid kit, and a battery-powered radio.

Ensure communication: Make sure phones are charged and that you can receive alerts via emergency systems or NOAA Weather Radio.

04/27/2026

🚨 Weather Alert for Gibson County 🚨

Gibson County is under a Tornado Watch until 11:00 PM tonight. Storms moving through the area could become severe, so it’s important to stay alert and prepared.

🌪️ What You Should Do:

Keep your phone charged and alerts turned on.
Know where you’ll go if a warning is issued a small, interior room on the lowest floor is best.

Stay away from windows and exterior walls during storms.

If you’re out and about, have a plan to get to shelter quickly.

Check in on family, friends, and neighbors to make sure they’re aware.

⚠️ A Tornado Watch means storms could produce tornadoes. If a warning is issued, take cover immediately.

04/26/2026

Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS will be set up outside Walmart in Humboldt tomorrow starting at 10:30 AM selling raffle tickets!

Come by, say hello, and support your local Rescue Squad/EMS. Every ticket purchased helps us continue providing essential emergency services and equipment to our community.

We appreciate the continued support from the citizens of Humboldt y’all are what keeps us going!

04/25/2026

Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS is honored to receive an AED from the Gibson County Opioid Abatement Council. We would like to thank Dan Fowlkes , Judge Bradley Owens , and the entire council for considering our organization for this generous donation.

Quality CPR and early defibrillation are critical to improving survival in cardiac arrest. This AED will allow Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS to better serve our community and make a life-saving difference for the residents of Humboldt.

We are proud to continue our mission of providing quality emergency care and protecting the lives of those we serve.

04/25/2026

Director Jerry Privitt had the honor of speaking at the Humboldt Rotary Club, sharing insight into the mission, training, and daily operations of Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS.

We appreciate the opportunity to connect with our community and help educate others on the work we do to serve and protect Humboldt each and every day. Outreach like this allows us to build stronger relationships and keep the public informed about emergency services in our area.

Thank you to the Humboldt Rotary Club for the invitation and to Rotarian Danny Smith for sponsoring today’s program.

We’re proud to represent our organization and remain committed to serving our community both on and off the scene.

04/11/2026

Today, the Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS was proud to participate in the 2026 Mock Crash at Milan High School. This powerful demonstration is designed to show students the very real and life changing consequences of drinking and driving, as well as distracted driving.

While it may be a simulation, the message is real. Every day, first responders are faced with situations just like this where one bad decision can impact countless lives forever. Our goal is to educate, raise awareness, and hopefully prevent these tragedies before they happen.

We want to thank Milan High School and Milan Fire Department for the opportunity to be a part of this important event and for their commitment to student safety. Remember: make smart choices, stay focused behind the wheel, and never drive impaired.

03/19/2026

We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Rescue Lieutenant Steven Dolan for representing us at Rescue Squad Day on the Hill 2026.

Your dedication to the rescue service and your commitment to advocating for our organization and the communities we serve does not go unnoticed. Events like this are vital in strengthening the future of emergency services, and we appreciate you taking the time to be a part of it.

Thank you for your leadership, professionalism, and continued service. We are proud to have you on our team. 🚑

03/15/2026

Humboldt Area Rescue Squad/EMS would like to inform the community that the National Weather Service Memphis has issued a Tornado Watch for much of the Mid-South that will remain in effect until 11:00 PM CST this evening.

Humboldt and all of Gibson County are included in the watch area.

Residents are encouraged to remain weather aware this evening, monitor local weather updates, and have a plan in place should severe weather move into our area. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and be prepared to take shelter if a warning is issued.

Our crews will be monitoring conditions and are ready to respond if needed. Please stay safe. ⛈️🌪️🚑

03/11/2026

03/07/2026

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12/08/2025

🎄 Humboldt Area Rescue Squad / EMS Christmas Party & Awards Night 🎄

Tonight we celebrated another year of dedication, service, and teamwork within our squad. Please help us congratulate the incredible people who keep our community safe every single day!

✨ Years of Service Awards
👏 Erica Dolan – 5 Years of Service
👏 Heather Henry – 5 Years of Service
👏 Ricky Privitt – 35 Years of Service
👏 Jerry Privitt – 35 Years of Service

Your commitment to this community is truly appreciated. Thank you for everything you do.

🏅 Above and Beyond Award Recipients
Sonya McGill
Melissa Duncan
Erica Dolan
Wesley Doyle
Johnny Powell
Richard Duncan

These individuals went the extra mile this year, showing outstanding dedication and compassion. We are proud of each one of you!

🌟 Member of the Year
A huge congratulations to Steven Dolan, who was voted by the membership as our 2025 Member of the Year. Your hard work, leadership, and heart for service do not go unnoticed.

🙏 Special Thanks
A special thank you to Mayor Marvin Sikes for attending our Christmas Party and Awards Night. We appreciate your support for our squad and our community.

Thank you to everyone who made this year special. Here’s to another year of serving with pride and excellence! 🚑❤️🎄

12/03/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of one of our own, Deputy Kenny Smith. Our hearts are truly broken as we grieve the loss of a great friend, colleague, and dedicated public servant.

Deputy Kenny faithfully served the citizens of Gibson County for many years. He also served the City of Humboldt with the same commitment, integrity, and compassion. He was a true servant to his community, and his impact will be felt for many years to come.

Gibson County has lost a great man, and we are all better for having known and worked beside him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. May they find comfort in knowing how deeply he was respected and loved.