Bethany Fire Protection District

03/24/2026

We want to take a couple of minutes to recognize the importance of emergency services to all communities.

On Sunday March 15, 2026 around 5pm Bethany Ambulance was dispatched to a rural address for a 3 year old child in cardiac arrest and CPR in progress. Bethany Ambulance was out of the bay in less than 1 minute and on scene in 4 minutes with Paramedics on the call. Care of the child was taken by the crew and urgently transported to a Decatur hospital. The crew provided PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) on the way to the hospital and achieved ROSC (return of spontaneous circulation) prior to arriving at the hospital. On arrival to the hospital, the child had a strong pulse and care was transferred to the receiving facility and then shortly transferred to a regional speciality center.

We want to recognize the following members in this crucial service to our community that day:
Driver: FF/EMR Terry Peters
Paramedic: Michael Jennings
Paramedic: Curt Robinson
Paramedic Student/EMT: Markus Deel

Dispatch: Coles-Moultrie 9-1-1

This is a testament to the change in operations that Bethany has done. On October 15, 2025, the Board of Trustees determined that due to the call volume and necessity to have ambulance services in the district and rural community was a must. The Board hired a 3rd Full-Time person and the District is covered 24/7 with a 24 on and 48 off schedule. This model has shown to be successful and we are grateful that we were able to provide 24/7 coverage to our taxpayers.

We ask for respect and privacy for the family of the call as the child is still healing.

03/19/2026

We are proud to have had the opportunity to send a few of our members to such an important training. Through this experience, they were able to learn, practice, and refine critical skills that we hope are never needed, but are essential when lives are on the line.

While we always hope these skills won’t have to be put into action, we take great pride in knowing our members are prepared and capable if the call comes. Their dedication ensures our community receives the highest level of care when it matters most.

Thank you to Findlay Fire and Ambulance District for hosting such an important training.

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03/16/2026

Please use caution while traveling today. Route 121 is slick, and the state is currently out salting the roads. With blowing snow, treated areas may refreeze after being salted. Drive carefully and allow extra time if you need to be out. 🚗❄️

03/15/2026

Remain weather aware this afternoon. Storms are likely to form quickly. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather notifications.

03/13/2026

Well… it’s Friday the 13th again 👀 Yes, back-to-back Friday the 13ths!

No need to be scared—be prepared.
Emergencies can happen anytime, so make sure you and your family have a plan for all hazards.

✔ Make an emergency plan
✔ Know your evacuation routes
✔ Practice your plan regularly

Practice makes perfect. Taking a few minutes today to review your plan can make all the difference when it matters most. 🚨

03/12/2026

Thank you to Findlay Fire for hosting such an important class.

03/08/2026

⏰ Daylight Saving Time Begins!

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour before going to bed tonight!

🗓 Sunday, March 8
🕑 2:00 AM

While you’re changing your clocks, take a few minutes to check a few important safety items in your home:

✅ Test your smoke alarms
🔧 Inspect and replace any broken or expired smoke detectors
🔋 Replace the batteries in your weather radios

These simple steps can help keep your family safe and ensure you’re ready when severe weather or emergencies happen.