Gulf County EMS - Emergency Medical Services

11/01/2026

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM GULF COUNTY EMS! 👻

Gulf County EMS had a great time participating in yesterday’s Halloween festivities! We enjoyed getting out in the community, seeing all the creative costumes, visiting with families, and being part of such a fun event. 🧡🚑

We hope everyone had a wonderful Halloween filled with fun, lots of candy, and plenty of sweet memories! 🍬🍫 We loved seeing everyone come out and celebrate with us.

Thank you to everyone who helped make yesterday such a great time. We’re grateful to be part of such a wonderful community!

From all of us at Gulf County EMS, we hope everyone had a safe and Happy Halloween! 🖤🧡

10/14/2026

We are sharing the obituary and service arrangements for Houston Whitfield for those who wish to pay their respects. Please continue to keep his family, friends, and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks to come. 🖤

10/14/2026

🖤 IN LOVING MEMORY OF HOUSTON WHITFIELD 🖤

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that Gulf County EMS shares the passing of our former Director and a founding member of the Wewa Ambulance Service, Mr. Houston Whitfield.

Some people leave behind more than a legacy of service. They leave behind a lasting impact on the people they led, the lives they touched, and the community they loved. Houston was one of those people.

Throughout his years of dedicated service to Gulf County EMS, Houston was more than a director. He was a leader, a mentor, a friend, and a valued member of the EMS family. His commitment to serving others and his love for this profession helped shape the department and the people who had the privilege of working alongside him.

Houston retired from Gulf County EMS several years ago, but his contributions and the impact of his service will continue to live on through those who follow in his footsteps.

To Houston’s family, friends, former coworkers, and all who knew and loved him, we extend our deepest condolences. We ask that our community join us in lifting his family up in prayer during this difficult time.

Rest easy, Houston. Your shift is complete, your duty is done, and your legacy will live on.

Thank you for your service, your leadership, and the years you devoted to Gulf County.

With love and respect,

Your Gulf County EMS Family 🕊️

10/07/2026

🚑🚒 TOUCH A TRUCK AT PORT ST. JOE ELEMENTARY! 🚒🚑

Gulf County EMS had a great time visiting Port St. Joe Elementary School for their Touch a Truck event! Our crew loved getting to meet the students, show them around the ambulance, and give them a closer look at some of the equipment we use every day. 🩺🚑

Events like this are a great opportunity to help kids become familiar with emergency vehicles and the people who respond when they need help. We especially love seeing their excitement, curiosity, and all the great questions they have! ❤️

A big thank you to Port St. Joe Elementary for inviting Gulf County EMS to be part of such a fun event! We’re always happy to get out in our community and spend time with the next generation. 💙

09/26/2026

🏈🚑 FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS IN PORT ST. JOE! 🚑🏈

Gulf County EMS was proud to be out supporting the Port St. Joe Tiger Sharks at yesterday’s football game! We’re always happy to be there supporting our local athletes, families, and community while helping keep everyone safe on game night. 💛💜🏈

Thank you to everyone who came out and supported the team! And as always, remember to stay hydrated, look out for one another, and make it home safely after the game. 🚗💜💛

Go Tiger Sharks🦈— We’ll be here if you need us!

09/25/2026

🍂 FALL IS HERE… AND SO IS COLD & FLU SEASON! 🤧

The first few days of fall are here, which means cooler weather, football games, changing leaves, and unfortunately… cold and flu season is getting ready to make its annual appearance. 😂

As we transition into a new season, now is a great time to get back into some healthy habits:

🧼 Wash your hands regularly—especially after being out and about.
🤧 Cover your coughs and sneezes and try not to share those germs with everyone around you.
💧 Stay hydrated, even when the temperatures start to cool down.
😴 Get plenty of rest—your body needs it!
💉 Consider getting your annual flu shot to help protect yourself and those around you during flu season.
🏠 If you’re sick, stay home when possible and give your body time to recover.

Fall may bring cooler temperatures, but the germs are still heating up! So grab your jackets, enjoy the football games, and take a few simple steps to help keep yourself and your family healthy this season. 🍂🚑

From all of us at Gulf County EMS, have a safe, healthy, and happy fall! 🤎

09/07/2026

🚑⭐ MEET THE CREW: PARAMEDIC MADISON PARKER ⭐🚑

This week’s Meet the Crew spotlight is on Paramedic Madison Parker! 💙

Madison has been serving in EMS for 8 years, including the past 6 years right here with Gulf County EMS. Over the years, she has had the opportunity to care for people from all walks of life and be there for patients and families during some of their most vulnerable moments.

Madison says she is proud to serve her community as a paramedic and truly loves what she does. She enjoys the challenge that comes with the job, the teamwork between crews, and most importantly, having the opportunity to make a difference. Every call is a chance to learn something new and provide someone with the care, reassurance, and support they need. 🚑❤️

When Madison isn’t on the ambulance, she stays pretty busy! You can find her fishing, hiking, watching sunsets, playing softball, traveling, spending time with her dogs, or cheering on her nephew from the sidelines. 🎣🥎🌅🐶✈️

After 8 years in EMS, Madison remains grateful to have a career that allows her to serve others while doing something she truly loves—and Gulf County EMS is lucky to have her on the team!

09/04/2026

🏈 Preparing for Football Season! 🚑

Gulf County EMS would like to extend a huge thank you to Rick Williams, Dr. Juris Simanis, and Josh Dailey for taking the time to join us at our EMS meeting and share their knowledge on sports injuries and injury prevention as we head into the upcoming football season.

Their insight and expertise help our crews stay prepared to provide the best possible care when our athletes need us most. We appreciate you taking the time to educate and prepare our team!

Here’s to a safe, successful, and injury-free football season! 🏈💙🚑

Thank you, Rick, Dr. Simanis, and Josh, for helping us stay ready!

09/02/2026

💚 Thank You, Big Bend Hospice! 💚

Gulf County EMS would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Big Bend Hospice for partnering with us on an exciting new initiative designed to better serve the patients and families in our community.

We are proud to participate in a pilot hospice protocol focused on helping our first responders recognize when a patient may benefit from hospice care and connecting families with the appropriate resources and support. This partnership allows us to work together toward a shared goal: helping patients receive the care they need to remain safely and comfortably at home whenever possible.

A special thank you to Molly Woodsum, Big Bend Hospice Community Educator, for helping develop and launch this pilot, and to Dr. Lynes, Medical Director, for taking the time to meet with our team and discuss caring for families during some of their most difficult moments.

Partnerships like this remind us that caring for our community goes beyond emergency response. By working together, we can provide compassionate, appropriate care while supporting patients, families, and our EMS system.

Thank you, Big Bend Hospice, for your dedication to our community and for allowing Gulf County EMS to be a part of this important program. We look forward to continuing to grow this partnership and finding new ways to better serve the people of Gulf County. 💚🚑

Together, we’re helping bring the right care to the right patient at the right time.

Today marks an exciting step forward in how we care for our community. 💚

Big Bend Hospice is proud to begin a new partnership with Gulf County EMS - Emergency Medical Services, piloting a hospice protocol designed to better support patients and families while helping first responders connect community members with the right level of care.

Molly Woodsum, Big Bend Hospice community educator, helped develop and launch the pilot, and Dr. Lynes, medical director, recently met with the Gulf County EMS team to discuss caring for families in crisis and recognizing when a patient may benefit from hospice care.

The goal is to help appropriate patients receive the support they need to remain safely and comfortably at home while reducing non-emergency calls that can place additional demands on EMS teams.

We are grateful to Gulf County EMS for embracing this partnership and working alongside us to better serve our community. We look forward to building on this model and expanding it to additional counties we serve.

08/29/2026

🏈🚑 GCEMS IS AT THE GAME TONIGHT! 🚑🏈

Gulf County EMS is proud to be out supporting Wewahitchka Gators Football tonight! We’re here to help keep players, coaches, and fans safe while they enjoy the game. 💙🐊

With the Florida heat still hanging around, don’t forget to drink plenty of water and stay hydrated! Take breaks when needed, look out for one another, and know the signs of heat-related illness. ☀️💧

Most importantly, have fun, cheer loud, and get home safely! Please watch out for pedestrians and other drivers and always remember to buckle up! 🏠🚗

Go Gators! 🐊🏈 — We’ll be here if you need us!