Caledonia Ambulance Association

10/13/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🔥 A working smoke alarm can give you valuable time to get out safely during a fire.

A few simple reminders:

🔘 Test smoke alarms monthly by pressing the test button.
🔋 Replace batteries as needed and anytime you hear that low-battery chirp.
📅 Replace smoke alarms that are 10 years old or older.
🏠 Make sure alarms are installed inside bedrooms, outside sleeping areas, and on every level of your home.

Take a few minutes today to check the smoke alarms in your home. It’s a small task that can make a very big difference.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

10/06/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🔥 October is Fire Prevention Month — a great reminder that a few simple habits can make a big difference in keeping your home and family safe.

🏠 Check your smoke alarms and test them regularly.

🚪 Have an escape plan with two ways out of every room and a designated meeting spot outside.

🍳 Stay in the kitchen while cooking and never leave the stove unattended.

🔥 Keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from anything that can burn.

🕯️ Extinguish candles before leaving the room or going to bed.

Take a few minutes this month to talk with your family about what to do if a fire happens. Knowing your plan before an emergency can save valuable time when every second counts.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

09/29/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🌾 Harvest season is here, which means more slow-moving farm equipment on our rural roads.

A few extra seconds of patience can help prevent a serious crash.

🚜 Slow down when approaching farm equipment.
⚠️ Watch for flashing lights and slow-moving vehicle signs.
↔️ Give equipment plenty of space — many machines are wider than they appear.
🚫 Don’t pass unless you can clearly see that it is safe.
👀 Watch carefully for sudden or wide turns.
📵 Stay alert and avoid distractions while driving.

Farmers are working long hours to get crops out of the fields, and everyone wants to make it home safely.

Please slow down, be patient, and share the road. ❤️🚑

Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

09/22/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

❤️ AEDs are easier to use than you might think — and they can help save a life.

An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is designed to guide you step by step during a cardiac emergency. You do not have to be a healthcare provider to use one.

If someone collapses and is unresponsive:

📞 Call 911
⚡ Turn on the AED
🩹 Place the pads as shown on the device
🔊 Follow the voice prompts
🤲 Continue CPR until help arrives, if needed

AEDs are made to be simple, safe, and easy to use. If one is available in an emergency, don’t be afraid to use it.

You never know when knowing these steps could help save a life.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

09/18/2026

Caledonia Ambulance had a great time participating in the Bluff Country Collaborative Career Day at Caledonia High School! 🎉

Nearly 700 students explored a variety of careers and received a hands-on look at emergency medical services.

Students learned how and why the LUCAS device provides consistent chest compressions during cardiac arrest and even had the opportunity to try their hand at intubation. 🩻🩺

We loved sharing our passion for EMS with the next generation! ⚕️🚑💙

09/15/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🧠 Concussion awareness matters. A concussion can happen after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head — and symptoms may not always be obvious right away.

Watch for signs such as:

• Headache or pressure in the head
• Dizziness or balance problems
• Nausea or vomiting
• Confusion or trouble remembering
• Sensitivity to light or noise
• Feeling “off” or not acting like yourself

If someone has worsening symptoms, repeated vomiting, seizure activity, loss of consciousness, or you are concerned about a serious head injury, seek medical attention right away.

When in doubt, it’s always best to get checked out. Early recognition and proper care can make a big difference.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance
— Proudly Serving Our Community.

09/08/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🌾 Farm safety is important for every age and every season. Farms are busy places, and a few simple precautions can help prevent serious injuries.

Please remember:

👧 Keep a close eye on children around farmyards, equipment, and animals.

🚜 Stay clear of moving machinery and always keep a safe distance.

⚙️ Never bypass safety guards or protective equipment on tractors and other machinery.

🛣️ Slow down on rural roads and be alert for slow-moving farm equipment.

🧤 Wear the proper protective gear for the job, including sturdy footwear, gloves, and other safety equipment as needed.

Farm work is essential, but safety should always come first. Taking a few extra precautions can help protect you, your family, and everyone working around you.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

09/01/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🍂 Fall Prevention

Falls can happen to anyone, but they are especially common among older adults and can lead to serious injuries.

A few simple changes can help reduce the risk:

👟 Wear supportive, well-fitting shoes
🚶 Keep walkways and stairs clear of clutter
🪜 Use handrails when available
💡 Make sure hallways, stairs, and entrances are well lit
🧼 Clean up spills and slippery areas right away
🛁 Consider grab bars or non-slip mats in bathrooms

As we head into fall and eventually icy weather, it’s also a good time to start thinking about outdoor surfaces, steps, and sidewalks.

Small changes can make a big difference in preventing a fall and helping everyone stay safe and independent.

❤️🚑 Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community.

08/18/2026

🚑 Tuesday Tip from Caledonia Ambulance 🚑

🎒 Backpack safety matters!

As students head back to school, carrying a backpack the right way can help prevent unnecessary back, neck, and shoulder pain.

A few simple reminders:

✅ Use both shoulder straps
✅ Keep the backpack light — ideally no more than 10–15% of a child’s body weight
✅ Pack heavier items closest to the back
✅ Adjust straps so the backpack fits snugly and doesn’t hang too low
✅ Watch for complaints of back, neck, or shoulder pain

Small changes can make a big difference in helping kids stay comfortable, safe, and ready to learn.

Let’s help our students start the school year off right! ❤️🚑

Caledonia Ambulance — Proudly Serving Our Community

08/16/2026

🚑 Interested in joining EMS or expanding your skills?

This is a great opportunity right here in Southeast Minnesota! SE MN Emergency Medical Services, in partnership with Spring Valley Area Ambulance, is offering a hybrid EMT course this fall — plus options for EMR and RN-to-EMT training.

Whether you’ve been thinking about getting involved in EMS, volunteering in your community, or taking the next step in healthcare, this could be your chance!

📅 September 24 – December 19, 2026
📝 Registration is open through September 17

Check out the shared post below for all the details and registration information. Please share and help us spread the word!

🗣HOT OFF THE PRESSES!

👉In partnership with Spring Valley Area Ambulance, we are conducting a Hybrid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Course; Virtually with In-Person Skills Days right down in Spring Valley, MN!

📅Courses to be held September 24, 2026 to December 19, 2026.

⏰Join our weekly Virtual Meetings, Thursdays (7PM-9PM) and Skills/Scenario Days Saturday (9AM- 12PM)

🤏Not looking for the full EMT Course, we will be running a concurrent Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course; same time, same days, reduced price, with different curriculum requirements!

🩺Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) looking to give back to your community and volunteer on your local First Responder or Ambulance Service? We got you covered! We'll also have RN-to-EMT options for the course; condensed curriculum, skills/scenario days, and Field Experiences with local Ambulance Services, all with that beloved reduced price!

Registrations are open now until September 17, 2026!

Register via QR code below or here: https://www.seems.com/emt--emr.html

Any questions can be directed to the Regional Office at: [email protected]