Andalusia Volunteer Ambulance

11/02/2025

We love our community!!!!

10/28/2025

National First Responders Day in 2025 is on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. This day is designated to honor the work of firefighters, police officers, paramedics, EMTs, and 911 operators who respond to emergencies, often putting their own lives at risk. It is a national day of gratitude to recognize their services and honor those who have died in the line of duty.

09/11/2025

Always Remember!

07/26/2025

We also had a great time seeing all the children at VBS and enjoy going every year!

07/23/2025

🚑 Serving Our Community with Heart ❤️
At Andalusia Volunteer Ambulance, we’re proud to stand by our neighbors — 24/7, rain or shine. Whether it’s responding to emergencies, offering standby at local events, or supporting health and safety initiatives, we’re here because we care.

We're always looking for new volunteers, supporters, and community partners. If you’ve ever thought about giving back, learning life-saving skills, or supporting local EMS, now’s a great time to get involved!

📞 Want to learn more? Message us
💙 Thank you for supporting your local volunteer ambulance service!

07/12/2025

Let us know if you would be interested in taking an EMT class.

Still have time to sign up 😎

07/05/2025

🎆🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from Andalusia Ambulance!🇺🇸🎆

As we celebrate our nation’s independence, we want to wish everyone in our community a safe and joyful holiday! ❤️🤍💙

Please remember:
🚫 Don’t drink and drive
🔥 Use fireworks responsibly
👀 Keep an eye on kids near water
📞 Call 911 in case of emergency — we’re here for you, 24/7

We’re proud to serve today and every day. Stay safe, stay smart, and enjoy the holiday!

06/05/2025

Anyone interested???

Sign up for the EMT class, it fills up fast. Any questions, see the flyer below!😎

06/01/2025

“Andalusia Volunteer Ambulance serving an area including Andalusia, Taylor Ridge, Edgington, Reynolds, Buffalo Prairie, and Illinois City, and westward toward the Mississippi River, makes the Andalusia Volunteer Ambulance Service truly unique in many ways.” Mary Shovar wrote in her book Home on the River…in Andalusia, Illinois, copyright 1983

A volunteer service was formed, and the first day of operation was June 1, 1975. At that time, 26 volunteers had received training to become EMTs (80 hours of training, with their own money), and 12 more were enrolled in classes. The ambulance, a hearse, was donated by United Ambulance. A patient was asked to donate $35 per call and $1 for each mile the ambulance traveled to help raise funds for the service.

Fast forward to today, June 1, 2025, the Andalusia Ambulance has been proudly serving the Andalusia and surrounding communities for 50 years! We currently have 14 active EMS providers, along with a full-time paramedic staffed by Elite Industrial. The EMT class currently is over 120 hours, with 60 hours of continuing education every 4 years. We have two ambulances, 1 John 20 was bought new in 2018, and 1 John 26 was bought new in 2010, both are fully equipped to use in any emergency.

We are thankful for all our personnel who continue to help make this community a better place to live! This service is here due to the dedicated volunteers and generous support of the community. The reward for volunteering is knowing that you helped someone in their time of need. That you made the difference! Thank you, past and present volunteers!!!

05/28/2025

On Saturday May 31st from 10am to 2pm Muscatine County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) will welcome people of all ages for a day of fun activities and learning opportunities at the 2025 EMS Child Safety Day! All activities will be located in the parking lot at Blain’s Farm & Fleet, 330 North Highway 61, Muscatine.

05/27/2025

05/19/2025

Happy EMS week! This week we celebrate all EMS personnel! Thank you for all you do!