Southeast Shelby Rescue

02/05/2026

FREE CLASS

Wide Area Search - February 23-25, 2026 at the Shelby County Fire Training Center (77 Training Center Drive, Calera, Al. 35040). 8:00 am - 5:00.

This class is designed to train people with the correct methods to assist and perform search and rescue over large areas.

Topics:
Preparedness and response
Search Management and Planning
Mapping
Search strategies and skills
Communication
Team Management
Hands-on exercise

We have around 10 more spaces open if anyone is interested. Please go to the following link to register:

https://teex.org/class/PER213/

If you have any questions, you can contact Mindy Nash or Jason Johnston at 205-669-3999.

PER213 | When disaster strikes it can be a challenge to effectively mobilize, organize, and deploy resources needed to perform search and rescue operations. The purpose of this course is to prepare participants to support a large search and rescue incident in a variety of roles ranging from searcher...

01/05/2026

2025 Year end review.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to you and your families from the members of Southeast Shelby Rescue. Wishing you a day filled with happiness and joy.

Also, as most of us are able to be home with our families, many are not (yes, by choice). To all the first responders (dispatchers, EMS, LE, fire, etc) thank you for serving the citizens. If you happen to bump into any of these people today, please wish them a Merry Christmas.

12/09/2025

We are pleased to announce that Southeast Shelby Rescue will begin teaching AHA "Heartsaver" CPR/AED classes in our communities. This project has long been needed to bring invaluable training to the citizens we serve. This year, Southeast Shelby Rescue has responded to nearly 100 cardiac arrests and in every case seconds matter and it is our hope that we can teach you how to make a difference with more confidence. Our plan is to come to each community we serve and offer this class close to home. Our first class will be in Wilsonville on January 24, 2026 at Wilsonville Town Hall from 2-4pm, The only cost to you is if you want a CPR card it will be $30, and we can accept cash or check. Class size is limited to 25, so sign up fast! We are excited for this project and hope to see you all at one of our classes.

12/09/2025

With the cold temperatures upon us, please stay warm and keep safe.

12/09/2025

Employee Spotlight: Jake Hayes

How many years have you worked in EMS? - 5 years
How long have you worked at SESR? - 4 months
How did you get your start in EMS- I was an explorer at Center Point FD for a couple of years
Why did you choose EMS? - I’ve always wanted to do something that actually matters. I’ve always been drawn to helping people. I enjoy being able to work and stay calm in stressful situations to figure out what is wrong and what I can do to help my patients. The idea of being the person my patients depend on when things go wrong really spoke to me, and it’s something I’m grateful for. It’s not an easy job, but it’s meaningful, and that’s what I was looking for.
Outside of EMS what do you enjoy? - I enjoy riding my motorcycle, going to the beach, being in the outdoors, and spending time with loved ones.
What is your favorite part of SESR? - My favorite part of SESR is the family-oriented environment. My whole shift is really like a second family to me. We cook, eat, clean, and watch movies together. When the time comes to do work, everyone is willing to help out for the best outcomes possible. Our leadership is always there for us and they never shy away from helping us whenever we need it.
What do you think is the most important part of EMS? - Teamwork. When you and your team work together like you should, it runs like a well-oiled machine. This is critical when it comes to stressful calls when you don’t have the time to think everything out. Our team never fails to show up when needed and everyone knows exactly what their role is. Not only do we work to fix what’s going on medically, we show true compassion and communication to our patients to let them know we truly care. We don’t skip a beat!

12/09/2025

10/20/2025

How many years have you worked in EMS? - 5 years

How long have you worked at SESR? - 4 months

How did you get your start in EMS- I was an explorer at Center Point FD for a couple of years

Why did you choose EMS? - I’ve always wanted to do something that actually matters. I’ve always been drawn to helping people. I enjoy being able to work and stay calm in stressful situations to figure out what is wrong and what I can do to help my patients. The idea of being the person my patients depend on when things go wrong really spoke to me, and it’s something I’m grateful for. It’s not an easy job, but it’s meaningful, and that’s what I was looking for.

Outside of EMS what do you enjoy? - I enjoy riding my motorcycle, going to the beach, being in the outdoors, and spending time with loved ones.

What is your favorite part of SESR? - My favorite part of SESR is the family-oriented environment. My whole shift is really like a second family to me. We cook, eat, clean, and watch movies together. When the time comes to do work, everyone is willing to help out for the best outcomes possible. Our leadership is always there for us and they never shy away from helping us whenever we need it.

What do you think is the most important part of EMS? - Teamwork. When you and your team work together like you should, it runs like a well-oiled machine. This is critical when it comes to stressful calls when you don’t have the time to think everything out. Our team never fails to show up when needed and everyone knows exactly what their role is. Not only do we work to fix what’s going on medically, we show true compassion and communication to our patients to let them know we truly care. We don’t skip a beat!

10/14/2025

Come join us for Monster's on Main.

Monster's on Main is Friday, October 31st!
Monsters on Main is organized by the City of Columbiana and Columbiana Main Street but made possible by the more than 60 businesses and organizations who get dressed up and provide candy for the more than 6500 visitors we have for Monsters on Main. We are so grateful for these businesses and organizations! When you take your little monster by their booth to trick or treat be sure to tell them how much you appreciate their commitment to our community!

If your business or organization would like to participate you can sign up here:
https://www.cityofcolumbiana.com/special-events/pages/monsters-main

10/14/2025

September monthly recap. Everyone stay safe!

08/06/2025

For Southeast Shelby's July Employee Spotlight we'd like to introduce Paramedic Thomas Rodgers. Thomas is the Captain for A shift at Station 1 in Columbiana, on Battalion 88.

Here's some more about him:

Q: How many years have you worked in EMS?
A: 16 years in total.

Q: How many years have you worked at SESR?
A: 1 year

Q: How did you get your start in EMS?
A: In high school, I joined Helena Fire Explorers and later became a volunteer in the department. I eventually ended up becoming a Paramedic in January of 2018.

Q: Why did you choose EMS?
A: EMS has always been a part of me and my family's lives. Growing up my father was a part of Shelco Fire Department on the original Rescue 1. Having always been around EMS and it's community, the desire for the career was already deep in my roots.

Q: Outside of EMS, what do you enjoy?
A: I enjoy spending time with my family, mountain biking, and watching sports (Roll Tide!).

Q: What is your favorite part of SESR?
A: My favorite part of our department is the leadership I get to work alongside, and the overall positive and energetic culture my co-workers cultivate.

Q: What do you think is the most important part of EMS?
A: The most important part of EMS is camaraderie. We spend 3 entire 24 hour shifts a week together, and live with the reality that some days aren't easy. We get to know each other's partners/spouses, kids, and families. We see each other at the highs and lows in our lives. We spend Birthdays, Holidays, Anniversaries and other important dates together at work instead of at home with our loved ones. It's a harsh truth that we deal with, but being able to walk in every work day, knowing and trusting that all of us have become our own version of "family" makes those issues not so bad after all. There's not a single person in this department who wouldn't give the shirt off their back for another here.