Washington County EMS

05/11/2026

There are still 5 appointment spots available!!

Washington County EMS is hosting a community blood drive, and we’re inviting you to participate and help make a difference!

Blood Drive Details:
Wednesday, May 20
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Washington County EMS (1875 Hwy 290 W, Brenham, TX 77833)

Donating blood is a simple way to support patients in need. As a thank-you, donors will receive a limited-edition beach towel and A1c testing.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.

To reserve your spot, please sign up using the link below: 👉 https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/418844

In the event that all appointment slots are filled, please note that we plan to host another blood drive later this year! Every donation makes a difference!

05/08/2026

Today, we visited all Brenham ISD campuses to conduct our spontaneous “Drop to Shock” drills.

During this drill, our team unexpectedly arrives on campus, drops a CPR mannequin, and announces a “Code Blue” emergency scenario. Staff are then evaluated on how quickly and effectively they respond. From recognizing the emergency and initiating high quality CPR, to calling 911, communicating as a team, and utilizing the AED on campus.

One of the most important benchmarks we measure is the time from patient collapse to first shock delivered with the AED. Every second matters during a cardiac emergency, and these drills help reinforce the importance of rapid response, teamwork, and confidence in life saving skills.

We are proud of the teachers and staff across BISD for always taking these drills seriously and continuing to strengthen their emergency preparedness. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today a success!

05/05/2026

Washington County EMS is hosting a community blood drive, and we’re inviting you to participate and help make a difference!

Blood Drive Details:
Wednesday, May 20
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Washington County EMS (1875 Hwy 290 W, Brenham, TX 77833)

Donating blood is a simple way to support patients in need. As a thank-you, donors will receive a limited-edition beach towel and A1c testing.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.

To reserve your spot, please sign up using the link below: 👉 https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/418844

In the event that all appointment slots are filled, please note that we plan to host another blood drive later this year! Every donation makes a difference!

04/29/2026

Washington County took an exciting step forward in expanding health care access today with an open house in Burton, Texas!

Guests at today’s event had the opportunity to tour the Burton - Southern Clinic and learn more about its services ahead of its official opening later this year.

Texas A&M University Health Science Center and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center joined community members to celebrate the newest Texas A&M BUILD clinic — a 40-foot retrofitted shipping container, also known as a Texas Aggie Medical Clinic (TAMC). This innovative space will bring telehealth-enabled primary and behavioral care to our rural community, helping reduce the need for residents to travel long distances for medical services.

Burton Bridge Ministries brings the community — the relationships, the trust, and the ability to connect people to care.

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center brings the medicine — providing physicians and rural health expertise to make primary care possible right here in Burton.

Texas A&M Health Telehealth Institute brings the behavioral care — helping close one of the most critical gaps in rural Texas.

Washington County EMS brings the operations — the staff, the facility, the integration with emergency response, and the trust built with this community over decades.

When a patient walks into the Burton Southern Clinic, they’re not just getting a visit — they’re being connected to a system. One that integrates primary care, behavioral health, and emergency response in a way that very few rural communities across America can access.

This impactful project was founded on one clear belief: your zip code should never determine your quality of healthcare or your outcomes. This clinic represents a powerful collaboration and a bright future for accessible, innovative health care in Washington County!

04/29/2026

Today's the day!
Come tour the new facility, meet the team, and help us celebrate this exciting addition to Washington County. This clinic will expand access to healthcare and offer a convenient new option for residents in the Burton area ahead of its opening later this summer.

Join us for a special Open House at the new Burton – Southern Clinic and help us celebrate this exciting milestone for Washington County!

📍 Next to EMS Station 3
235 N Colorado St., Burton, Texas
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
12:00 PM

The 40-foot, retrofitted shipping container — a Texas Aggie Medical Clinic (TAMC) — will provide innovative health care options for the Washington County community, supporting a collaborative model in which TTUHSC and Texas A&M Health will provide telehealth-enabled primary and behavioral care in a rural community where residents have traditionally had to drive farther to access medical services. This new facility represents a powerful collaboration to bring innovative, telehealth-enabled primary and behavioral care closer to home.

Enjoy:
• Remarks from community leaders
• Guided clinic tours
• Reception with refreshments

Come meet the teams from Texas A&M Health, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Washington County EMS, Burton Bridge Ministries, and learn how this new clinic will expand access to quality care right here in our community!

04/28/2026

Join us for a special Open House at the new Burton – Southern Clinic and help us celebrate this exciting milestone for Washington County!

📍 Next to EMS Station 3
235 N Colorado St., Burton, Texas
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
12:00 PM

The 40-foot, retrofitted shipping container — a Texas Aggie Medical Clinic (TAMC) — will provide innovative health care options for the Washington County community, supporting a collaborative model in which TTUHSC and Texas A&M Health will provide telehealth-enabled primary and behavioral care in a rural community where residents have traditionally had to drive farther to access medical services. This new facility represents a powerful collaboration to bring innovative, telehealth-enabled primary and behavioral care closer to home.

Enjoy:
• Remarks from community leaders
• Guided clinic tours
• Reception with refreshments

Come meet the teams from Texas A&M Health, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Washington County EMS, Burton Bridge Ministries, and learn how this new clinic will expand access to quality care right here in our community!

04/27/2026

The Texas Department of Transportation is inviting the public to a free car seat and booster seat inspection event. The inspections are going to be done on Thursday, May …

04/13/2026

Please join us in celebrating our local dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week!!

National County Government Month – 911 Dispatch (Telecommunicators)

Today, we are proud to highlight the dedicated professionals who serve as the critical link between our community and emergency responders — our Washington County Telecommunicators.

Today marks the start of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW), observed April 12–18, 2026. Celebrated annually during the second full week of April, this special week honors the “unseen heroes” of public safety — 911 dispatchers, call-takers, and radio operators — who provide critical, life-saving support during emergencies.

Led by Interim Director Raleigh Wellmann, our Telecommunicators (TCOs) are the calm voices on the other end of the line during moments of crisis. Their professionalism, composure, and quick decision-making help ensure that emergency services are dispatched swiftly and effectively when every second counts.

What do our Telecommunicators do?
✔️ Receive and process 911 emergency and non-emergency calls
✔️ Dispatch law enforcement, fire, EMS, and other public safety partners
✔️ Provide life-saving pre-arrival instructions to callers in distress
✔️ Monitor multiple radio channels, phone lines, and computer systems simultaneously
✔️ Prioritize and coordinate emergency responses
✔️ Maintain accurate and detailed records
✔️ Provide assistance to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Our Telecommunicators remain ready to serve at all times — days, nights, weekends, and holidays — ensuring that help is always just a phone call away.

Today, and throughout the week, we extend our sincere gratitude to our Telecommunicators for their dedication, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to the safety of Washington County.

Stay tuned as we continue highlighting the departments and people who keep Washington County running!