Buffalo Center Ambulance

08/25/2025

As a parent, it's up to you to teach your child about road safety. Now that school is back in session, here are some helpful tips to get you started.

08/20/2025

Many businesses, homes and schools are going with one of these life saving devices. Worth the read for everyone!

On the blog is our official stance on choking devices.
https://tinyhearts.com/blogs/baby-first-aid/chocking-devices

08/17/2025

Watch the weather— rain and thunderstorms keep rolling in.

🌩️ Marginal Severe Weather Threat – Sunday Evening 🌩️

⏰ As we head into this evening & overnight, showers and ⛈️ thunderstorms will first move into northern Iowa, then spread more widely after midnight.

⚡ What to expect:
🌆 Storms could pop up late afternoon, but most activity will develop this evening.
💨 A few stronger storms possible with gusty winds.
🌙 Storms will continue overnight.

👀 We’re watching trends closely & will keep you updated if the threat increases.
📲 Stay weather-aware & have a way to get alerts!

08/16/2025

Drink water and electrolytes. Make sure you eat. Stay in the shade when you’re able and take frequent breaks to indoor area areas. If you’re not feeling well, tell someone. Stay safe today. 

08/15/2025

⛈️ STORM POTENTIAL ⛈️

A line of storms will track West ➡️ East across Northern Iowa this morning into the afternoon.

💨 Winds: 60+ mph possible
🌨️ Hail: Up to 1" in diameter
⚠️ Stay weather aware and have multiple ways to get warnings today! 📲🔔

08/15/2025

What a great opportunity to give back to our area and learn life saving knowledge. If you have questions, contact us. If you want to join or sign up for the class, we can help!

We understand that this is a commitment and our crew is here to support you through class and beyond!

08/14/2025

Parents PLEASE attend this if you are able. We all want the kiddos safe in our community and online community.

08/05/2025

⛈️⚠️ A quick round of storms is becoming more likely early Wednesday morning 🌄.

💨 Strong winds are possible in northwest Iowa, but the storms are expected to weaken as they move east.

Stay weather aware! 📱🌪️

08/05/2025

Safety goes beyond the care we provide on calls. Make sure you keep an eye on these apps for digital safety. Unfortunately, digital awareness and safety CAN go hand in hand with mental health, wellbeing and overall safety.

Internet safety has never been more important in today's digital world. Apps, social media and other platforms can help people connect, but they can also present potential dangers for our most vulnerable citizens. Pasco Sheriff's Office compiled a list of apps that parents and guardians should be aware of. If your child has these apps, learn how they work and talk with your child about the importance of being safe online.

08/04/2025

07/31/2025

🚨 AIR QUALITY ALERT: ISSUED FOR ALL OF IOWA 🚨

The Iowa DNR has issued an Air Quality Alert in effect through midnight Friday.

🌫️ Moderate to heavy smoke is expected to impact most of Iowa over the coming days. Air quality levels may reach unhealthy for sensitive groups, and at times, even unhealthy for the general public.

Who’s at risk?

-People with respiratory or heart conditions
-Children and teens
-Older adults
-Outdoor workers

💡 DNR Recommendation:
Limit or avoid prolonged outdoor activities. Take frequent breaks if working or exercising outside until conditions improve.

Stay safe and monitor local air quality updates!

07/30/2025

Funnel clouds are possible until mid afternoon Wednesday (July 30) across Northern into Northeast Iowa due to current atmospheric conditions. These funnel clouds are typically brief, drop only a few hundred feet from the cloud base, and rarely become a tornado or cause damage.