Ekalaka Ambulance

Ekalaka Ambulance We are the pioneers of rural EMS, dedicated to serving all individuals in need of care with compassion, professionalism, and the highest standards of care.

It has been a wonderful week celebrating EMS with some amazing people. We ended this week having a potluck with our fire...
05/23/2026

It has been a wonderful week celebrating EMS with some amazing people. We ended this week having a potluck with our fire department family. Thank you everyone for helping make this week special!

More from today! We had so much fun with all of the kids!!
05/21/2026

More from today! We had so much fun with all of the kids!!

A small sneak peak of the days events. More to come later. Ekalaka Ambulance is proud to work with the Ekalaka Volunteer...
05/20/2026

A small sneak peak of the days events. More to come later. Ekalaka Ambulance is proud to work with the Ekalaka Volunteer Fire Department to get the kids in our community excited about Emergency Services but more importantly, to be comfortable with our first responders so that if there is ever an emergency, they know they can trust us.

All kids welcome to join us at the football field for Super Hero training!! 6th grade moved to 3:30
05/20/2026

All kids welcome to join us at the football field for Super Hero training!! 6th grade moved to 3:30

Scene Safety and De-escalationIn a county where nearly every household has a firearm—or several—scene safety and de-esca...
05/19/2026

Scene Safety and De-escalation

In a county where nearly every household has a firearm—or several—scene safety and de-escalation aren’t just important… they are absolutely critical for our first responders.

Every call, no matter how routine it may seem, carries an added layer of unpredictability. Responders aren’t just assessing the immediate situation—they’re constantly reading the environment, the people involved, and the potential risks that could escalate in an instant. That’s why training in communication, awareness, and calm decision-making is just as vital as any other skill on the job.

De-escalation isn’t about backing down—it’s about gaining control of a situation without force whenever possible. It means slowing things down, building trust, and creating space for safer outcomes for everyone involved. A calm voice, clear direction, and respectful interaction can often prevent a tense moment from becoming a tragic one.

Scene safety goes hand in hand with that. It means arriving prepared, staying alert, and making smart choices that protect not only the responder but also the individuals they’re there to help. In environments where fi****ms are common, assumptions can’t be made—and caution can never be compromised.

At the end of the day, our first responders are committed to going home safely, just like the community members they serve. Supporting training, awareness, and respect on both sides helps ensure that every call has the best possible outcome.

If you are calling 911 and you believe that safety of our first responders could be at risk, PLEASE let dispatch know so that our responders can be prepared.

Stay safe, and look out for one another.

This week, we celebrate the dedication, skill, and compassion of our Emergency Medical Services professionals — the ones...
05/18/2026

This week, we celebrate the dedication, skill, and compassion of our Emergency Medical Services professionals — the ones who show up, step in, and make a difference when every second matters.

One of the most powerful tools EMS providers carry isn’t just in their gear — it’s their commitment to education and continuous learning. In a field that evolves as quickly as medicine and emergency response, staying current isn’t optional — it’s essential.

In a frontier area such as Carter County, everyone matters. We encourage all of the community to learn basic life saving skills.

Deb and Wayne Yost provide CPR training to anyone interested in learning basic skills. Take time to reach out to anyone of our EMTs and see what skills they believe are important to know in the frontier.

Come on down to the Health Fair. We’re here till 11 today. 6am-11am tomorrow!!
05/05/2026

Come on down to the Health Fair. We’re here till 11 today. 6am-11am tomorrow!!

Just another day in the neighborhood. Thankfully everyone was ok.
05/02/2026

Just another day in the neighborhood. Thankfully everyone was ok.

04/03/2026

Come join our team!! we hope to see you all at the informational meeting!! 

Thank you everyone for voting. It was a very close race between all 3 designs. Jadyn “Juno” will get to sport her design...
04/01/2026

Thank you everyone for voting. It was a very close race between all 3 designs. Jadyn “Juno” will get to sport her design with all of the EMTs during EMS Week in May.

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106 E Park Street
Ekalaka, MT
59324

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+14067758864

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