Douglas County Armour Ambulance

08/07/2026

❤️ Did you know? The survival rate for cardiac arrest outside of a hospital is only about 10%. For every minute CPR and the use of an AED are delayed, the chance of survival drops by about 10%. Immediate CPR can TRIPLE a person’s chance of survival.

That’s why being Cardiac Ready matters—especially in rural communities like ours, where ambulance response times can be longer.

DCMH and the Douglas County community are proud to have achieved Cardiac Ready Community designation through the South Dakota Department of Health! 🎉

The goal of the Cardiac Ready program is simple: improve survival from sudden cardiac arrest and other acute cardiovascular emergencies by making sure our communities are prepared to respond when every minute counts.

We’re proud to partner with the communities we serve and participate in programs like this that make rural healthcare—and our entire community—stronger. ❤️

And remember: If someone goes into cardiac arrest, call 911, start CPR, and use an AED if one is available. Push hard. Push fast. Don’t wait.

08/07/2026

🚨 The wait is over! Registration is now OPEN for the 51st Annual South Dakota EMS Association State Conference!

Join EMS professionals from across South Dakota for three days of exceptional education, networking, leadership development, and inspiration.

📅 October 30 – November 1, 2026
📍 Best Western Plus Ramkota Hotel | Sioux Falls, SD

Whether you're an EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, First Responder, Instructor, Student, Administrator, or EMS Leader, this conference is designed to help you grow professionally while connecting with colleagues from across the state.

Register today 🌐 https://sdemsa.org/Conference

Visit the conference website to:
✅ Register for the conference
✅ Explore conference information
✅ View future speakers and schedule updates
✅ Learn about exhibitors and vendors
✅ Find hotel information
✅ Stay up to date on the latest announcements

Be sure to follow the South Dakota EMS Association on Facebook for speaker announcements, schedule releases, conference reminders, and other exciting updates leading up to October.

We can't wait to welcome you to Sioux Falls!

08/03/2026

Thank You to everyone that participated in the bike safety/rodeo this weekend. Also. We appreciate all your support at our drink tent. Snow cones and water/pop were provided and enjoyed by so many! We appreciate all of your support. Our EMTs enjoy spending the day with you!

07/31/2026

We are back for Prairie Fest!

Come visit us at Lions Park and grab one of our best selling burrito bowls!!

We will be serving from 10 until they’re gone!

07/30/2026

🍴 🌟 Prairie Fest Food Lineup at Lion’s Park! 🌟

Saturday August 1

Come hungry and enjoy all the great food and drinks available during Prairie Fest!

🎯 Archery Club
• Pulled Pork
• Hot Dogs
• Nachos

🍺 Gun Club
• Beer

🌎 Europe Group
• Burrito Bowls

🚑 Douglas County Armour Ambulance
• Pop
• Water
• Snow Cones

There’s something for everyone! Be sure to stop by, grab a bite, cool off with a drink or snow cone, and support these amazing local organizations. We can’t wait to see you at Prairie Fest! 🎉

07/29/2026

The Engineering EMS Camp is more than a summer learning opportunity. It’s an investment in the future of rural emergency care. Through hands-on lessons in life-saving skills, local EMS professionals and educators are helping students see themselves as future responders, healthcare professionals, and community helpers.

Register today to attend the EMS Extra: NorthCARES Launches Engineering EMS Summer Camp!
https://loom.ly/LjIDNQ8

South Dakota Department of Health South Dakota EMS Association SD Ambulance Assn - SDAA

07/29/2026

🌾 Prairie Festival is Almost Here! 🌾

Mark your calendars for Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1 and join us in Armour for two days packed with fun for the whole family!

🏀 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
🥒 Pickleball Tournament
🎉 Main Street Street Party with food trucks & live music
🏃 Prairie Dash 5K
🎡 Kids’ Carnival
🚲 Bike Parade & Rodeo
🛍️ Prairie Market
🚗 Car Show
🛻 Truck Show
🎯 Bean Bag Tournament
🏐 Volleyball Tournament
♠️ Poker Run
🎤 Karaoke

Plus, enjoy great food and help support local organizations including the Armour Archery Club, Armour Gun Club, DC Armour EMTs, and the Europe Trip group!

Whether you’re competing, shopping, cheering on participants, or just enjoying the community atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Friday, July 31 – Saturday, August 1, 2026
📍 Armour, South Dakota

We can’t wait to see you at the 15th Annual Prairie Festival! Invite your family and friends and come celebrate an unforgettable weekend in Armour! 🌾🎉

07/29/2026

So sad

A devastating statistic. 💔

A car's interior temperature can reach dangerous levels in minutes — even on milder days. Share this message to help protect our kids. If you see a child alone in a vehicle, call 911 immediately.

Once You Park, Stop. 🛑 Look. 👁️ Lock. 🔒