Lewis County EMS

09/11/2026

08/06/2026

LCEMS would like to congratulate Calli Lykins, daughter of Deputy Director Derrick Lykins, on passing her NREMT-Paramedic exam yesterday!

Calli has worked as an EMT for LCEMS for over a year.

Calli has spent many months going through class, training, and ride time on top of working her regular shifts to get to this mile stone!

Congratulations Paramedic Calli Lykins!

From everybody at LCEMS we are proud of you and your accomplishment!

08/02/2026

We would like to congratulate Derrick on his 750 patient flights with Air Evac! Not only is Derrick a dedicated husband, father, and flight nurse, he is also our Deputy Director! Way to go Derrick!

Congratulations to Derrick for completing 750 patient flights! Derrick has been a flight nurse with 89s since September of 2019.

07/14/2026

We would like to congratulate our own Lewis County E-911 on the upgrade to Next Generation 911 last week!

Congratulations Lewis County E-911 on your successful migration to Next Generation 911! Together, we continue to build a safer, more connected Commonwealth-one county at a time.

07/04/2026

LCEMS would like to wish everybody a very Safe and Happy 4th of July!

07/03/2026

Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!

As we enter the 4th of July Weekend we are still under an Excessive Heat Warning.

We encourage everybody going out and about to enjoy all the festivities to please stay safe!

- Drink plenty of Water regularly, do not wait until you "feel thirsty"
-Avoid alcohol and too much caffeine and sugar
-Supplement water intake with electrolyte drinks.
- If possible, avoid strenuous activity.
- If you are unable to avoid strenuous activity or work outside, take multiple breaks and hydrate.
- Try to stay out of direct sunlight, take shade breaks.
- Wear light-colored clothing
- Wear a hat and sunglasses
-Do not forget that sunscreen!
- Do not leave children or pets in unattended vehicles, even for "a minute". It only takes a matter of minutes for car interiors to reach lethal temperatures.
-Please check on your friends and neighbors regularly.

We wish everybody a very safe and happy 4th of July Weekend!

Take it easy, take it slow! Stay safe, Stay Hydrated, Stay informed and Stay Cool!

06/30/2026

Lewis County and many of the surrounding area is under a Extreme Heat Warning. Please stay hydrated and cool. If your work outside can wait a few days, let it wait!

Drink plenty of water, and if you do have to work outside supplement your water intake with electrolyte drinks.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Please check on your neighbors during this time.

Keep watch on your pets and animals.

What are some of the heat related illnesses to watch for:

Heat Cramps:

Overview: Muscular pains and spasms due to heavy exertion. Although heat cramps are the least severe, they are often the first signal that the body is having trouble with the heat.

What to look for: heavy sweating, muscle pains or spasms

Actions to take: Stop physical activity and move to a cooler place, drink water or a sports drink. Seek medical attention if cramps last longer than one hour.

Heat Exhaustion:

Overview: Typically occurs when people exercise heavily or work in a hot, humid place where body fluids are lost through heavy sweating. Blood flow to the skin increases, causing blood flow to decrease to the vital organs. This results in a form of mild shock. If not treated, the victim’s condition will worsen. Body temperature will keep rising and the victim may suffer heat stroke.

What to look for: dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, weakness

Actions to take: Move to a cooler area, loosen clothing, sip cool water. Seek medical help if symptoms do not improve.

Heat exhaustion can quickly lead to heat stroke.

Heat Stroke – A life-threatening Condition:

Overview: The victim’s temperature control system, which produces sweating to cool the body, stops working. The body temperature can rise so high that brain damage and death may result if the body is not cooled quickly. A person who is experiencing heat stroke needs medical attention.

What to look for: confusion, dizziness, becomes unconscious

Actions to take: CALL 911. Move person to a cooler area, loosen clothing and remove extra layers, cool with water or ice.

Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not given.

06/29/2026

Lewis County is under a Heat Advisory. Please take precautions to stay safe and cool.

- Drink plenty of Water regularly, do not wait until you "feel thirsty"
-Avoid alcohol and too much caffeine and sugar
-If regularly working outdoors supplement water intake with electrolyte drinks.
- If possible, avoid strenuous activity.
- If you are unable to avoid strenuous activity or work outside, take multiple breaks and hydrate.
- Try to stay out of direct sunlight
- Wear light-colored clothing
- Wear a hat and sunglasses

Who is most at risk of dehydration in hot, muggy weather?

- Outdoor workers - are highly prone to rapid fluid loss
- Infants, young children and adults aged 65 and older - are at risk for dehydration as they are less efficient at regulating body temperature and less likely to recognize or clearly express thirst.
- Individuals with chronic illnesses - Conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and kidney problems affect how the body manages fluids and react to heat stress.
- Individuals taking specific medications - Diuretics, antihistamines, blood pressure regulators, and psychiatric medications can increase fluid loss or impair the body's natural cooling mechanisms.
Pregnant Individuals - Metabolic changes and increased blood flow require bodies to work harder, accelerating heat sensitivity and dehydration risk.

Please take it easy and take it slow! Stay safe and stay cool!