Spring Valley Area Ambulance

06/19/2026

From our EMS family to yours, Happy Father’s Day Weekend!

Today, we celebrate all fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, and father figures who answer the call to support, teach, and care for others. Thank you for the example you set and the impact you make on your families and communities.

A special thank you to the dads serving in EMS, public safety, and healthcare, who often spend holidays and special moments caring for others. Your dedication does not go unnoticed.

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Father’s Day.

06/09/2026

We have open seats in an AHA Heartsaver CPR/First Aid Course this coming Friday, June 12, 2026 at 9am-12pm here at the EMS/Fire Station! Reach out to us via the channels in the graphic below to register.

06/07/2026

Sending our love, prayers, and deepest condolences to the Durand Fire Department during this difficult time. We are holding the Chris Bates family close to our hearts and keeping all who knew and loved him in our thoughts. ❤️

With profound and heartfelt sadness, we have to announce the passing of Firefighter Chris J. Bates. Chris joined the Durand Fire Department in 2007, served as a Lieutenant and Training Officer on the department and was a current Senior Member. Chris was an amazing firefighter and US Marine Veteran. More importantly he was a brilliant husband, father and grandfather to his family. Rest easy brother, we’ll take the watch from here. Godspeed Chris Bates.

06/06/2026

Shout out to Mel & Sage for representing our Outreach Programs today at Staying Put! We love our little community!

05/25/2026

This right here is what a small community is all about on Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

Thank you to the Spring Valley Legion Post 227 & Auxiliary for honoring and remembering those who have fallen and those who were taken too soon. These moments remind us how fortunate we are to live in such a caring and patriotic community.

We love this small town and the people who make it special. ❤️

05/18/2026

It’s EMS Week, the one week a year where it’s socially acceptable to thank EMS crews for surviving on coffee, gas station snacks, and very little sleep. 🚑☕😅

At Spring Valley Area Ambulance, we want to give a huge shoutout to our amazing EMTs and first responders who somehow manage to keep showing up ready to help… even at 3 AM when nobody else wants to answer the phone/pager.

We’re also incredibly thankful for our neighboring EMS agencies, fire departments, law enforcement, hospitals, and healthcare partners. Whether it’s lifting patients, sharing calls, covering shifts, or helping us laugh through the chaos, we couldn’t do this job without you.

EMS takes teamwork, dedication, compassion… and occasionally an unhealthy amount of caffeine.

Thank you to everyone who serves our communities and helps keep the wheels turning - literally and figuratively. Your dedication, teamwork, and commitment never go unnoticed, even if the coffee makers and energy drink suppliers might argue they deserve some credit too.

Happy EMS Week! 💙🚑

05/10/2026

Today, we honor all the incredible moms in our community; especially those who serve as caregivers, first responders, and everyday heroes. Whether you're on duty or off, your strength, compassion, and dedication do not go unnoticed.

To all the mothers who support us, work beside us, or serve on our team, thank you for all you do. Wishing you a safe and joyful day filled with love and appreciation.

– From all of us at Spring Valley Area Ambulance

05/01/2026

Our team had a great time connecting and educating students on “Stop the Bleed” this week during Agriculture Safety Day at the School District of Spring Valley!! Huge props and thanks to Mrs. Maier and her students on putting on a fantastic event!!

Our team, left to right: EMT Kelly Pelz, Training/Outreach Supervisor Mel Jorgenson, and EMT Bernadette Betchkal.

04/16/2026

WISCONSIN STATEWIDE TORNADO DRILLS CANCELED!

The annual statewide tornado drills for Wisconsin scheduled for today, Thursday, April 16, 2026, are being canceled in light of recent severe weather events that have impacted communities across Wisconsin. There will not be an alternate date for these drills.

Learn more: https://wem.wi.gov/wisconsin-tornado-drills-canceled-2026/