Stoddard County Ambulance District

06/01/2026

🚑❤️ CPR & AED Awareness Week ❤️🚑

This week, we recognize the importance of CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) awareness and education. In a cardiac emergency, immediate action can mean the difference between life and death.

When someone experiences sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Early recognition, calling 911, starting high-quality CPR, and using an AED as quickly as possible can dramatically increase a person’s chance of survival.

CPR and AED use aren’t just skills for healthcare professionals—they are lifesaving tools that anyone can learn. We encourage everyone in our community to take the time to become trained and prepared. You never know when you may be the person who makes a difference for a family member, friend, coworker, or neighbor.

Together, through education, preparedness, and community involvement, we can help save lives.

If you’re interested in CPR classes contact Felecia at [email protected]

05/31/2026

BULLETIN - EAS ACTIVATION REQUESTED
Tornado Warning
National Weather Service Paducah KY
346 PM CDT Sun May 31 2026

The National Weather Service in Paducah has issued a

* Tornado Warning for...
Northeastern Ripley County in southeastern Missouri...

* Until 415 PM CDT.

* At 346 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Budapest, or 12 miles north of Doniphan, and is
nearly stationary.

HAZARD...Tornado.

SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
damage is likely.

* This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of
northeastern Ripley County.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

&&

LAT...LON 3676 9085 3681 9083 3681 9065 3668 9070
TIME...MOT...LOC 2046Z 295DEG 4KT 3680 9081

TORNADO...RADAR INDICATED
MAX HAIL SIZE...

05/31/2026

Did you know?

A child can drown in as little as 2 inches of water and in complete silence.

Your SCAD team wants every family to know the facts:

🔴 Drowning can be silent and fast. Call 911 immediately. Begin CPR if trained don’t wait for us to arrive.

🟡 Secondary Drowning Symptoms can appear hours after a water incident: coughing, fatigue, behavior changes. When in doubt, get checked out.

🟢 Near-Drowning Always seek medical evaluation, even if the person seems fine.

🏊 Prevention saves lives:

✔ eyes on the water at ALL times
✔ Swim lessons for every child
✔ Life jackets on open water, every time
✔ CPR training for every family

05/28/2026

Thank you Puxico Nursing and Rehab! 🧡🖤

05/27/2026

Today, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt stopped by the City of Advance to tour the new water system and treatment plant, as well as the newly refurbished Bank of Advance Sports Complex.

During his visit, he took a moment to stop and personally thank two of our own crew members Lacie and Steven, recognizing all men and women who serve in emergency care daily.

We’re grateful to Senator Schmitt for taking the time to recognize our crews and for caring about the people and infrastructure that keep rural America strong.

Thank you, Senator Schmitt for spending part of your day with us!

Eric Schmitt
City of Advance

05/27/2026

One of our own received Crisis Intervention First Responder of the Year from Bootheel Area Crisis Intervention Team! We are so proud of you Ilya Phoenix Davidovich

As a Crisis intervention trained responder/Chaplain his role includes

* De-escalate tense or dangerous situations
* Keep the person, responders, and public safe
* Reduce the need for force when possible
* Connect the person to mental health services, hospitals, shelters, or community resources
* Provide compassionate, trauma-informed care during emergencies

05/26/2026

A familiar face was seen in the SCAD halls today! Thank you Jackson Media, LLC for coming and doing headshots for us today!

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the reason we enjoy the freedoms we have today.

We also recognize the families carrying the weight of that sacrifice every day.

As we serve our communities this Memorial Day, we do so with gratitude, respect, and remembrance.

May we never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸🚑

05/24/2026