Shannon County First Responders

Shannon County First Responders This page is to increase our communities' readiness to deal with emergency medical issues Who are the Shannon County First Responders?

It seems like the media calls everyone a “first responder” these days, but in Shannon County “First Responder” means a well trained volunteer who will come to your side to help in a medical emergency 24/7. The First Responders live and work in Birch Tree, Eminence, and Winona and have a support and training relationship with Mercy Healthcare. The fire departments provide logistical support and Mercy provides supplies and training. The Shannon County Sheriff’s Office dispatches responders through the same radio system used for law enforcement and fire response. All First Responders have at least “Emergency Medical Responder” training, which is the next training level below EMT, although some are trained and certified to the EMT level or higher as well. Some have taken the training course with the intention of becoming Shannon County First Responders, others have previous emergency medical training from careers in Law Enforcement, Firefighting, nursing, the military or Conservation and want to put that training to use serving their communities. There are First Responders with as much as thirty years’ emergency medical experience and others who are just starting out. Generally if you call 911 for an ambulance the operator will ask if you’d like First Responders also. They can often arrive before the ambulance and begin care. They do not administer medications, but can provide oxygen, splinting, check vital signs and even administer CPR in the unfortunate event that becomes necessary. They are trained to assist ambulance personnel and can summon additional medical resources such as a helicopter if necessary, as well as communicate with the ambulance by radio so they know what to expect and prepare for. Due to medical confidentiality rules, you won’t ever see a detailed account of the First Responders' actions on this page, and any postings containing such information will be deleted. However, they have pulled people from burning car wrecks, delivered babies, performed CPR, and treated everything from bee stings to heart attacks and from strokes to skinned knees. Their training is at their own expense and they are never paid a penny for their time. If you know one, you might want to say thanks. If you see a donation can around the county, you might want to donate to help purchase supplies. Also you can click on the "Shop Now" link at the top and donate some equipment. If you have medical training, you might want to join up. You might lose a little sleep now and then, but you’ll know you are serving your community.

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Shannon County Sheriff’s Office Press Release
UTV Accident – Timber, Missouri

On Sunday, August 24, 2025, at approximately 4:26 PM, Captain Brumble, myself, and Shannon County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a UTV accident involving three juveniles at a private location in Timber, Missouri.

One juvenile sustained serious injuries and was transported by Mercy Air Ambulance to a trauma facility for urgent care.

Our hearts and prayers are with the young individuals involved and their families during this incredibly difficult time. We ask the community to keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they face the days ahead.

I want to personally extend my deepest gratitude to the agencies and individuals who responded with professionalism and compassion:

✅ ️Eminence Area Volunteer Fire Department (EAVFD)

✅️ Shannon County First Responders

✅️ Timber Fire Department

✅ ️Missouri State Highway Patrol

✅️ Salem Memorial District Ambulance

✅ ️Mercy EMS

✅️ Air Evac Lifeteam

✅️ Mercy Lifeline

✅️ SCSO Central Dispatch

A special thank you to an off-duty Nurse Practitioner who rendered critical aid on scene before additional help arrived.

Your swift response and commitment to saving lives reflect the very best of what it means to serve our community.

Your Sheriff,

Steven Hogan

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Winona, MO
65588

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Who are the Shannon County First Responders?

Who are the Shannon County First Responders? It seems like the media calls everyone a “first responder” these days, but in Shannon County “First Responder” means a well trained volunteer who will come to your side to help in a medical emergency 24/7. The First Responders live and work in Birch Tree, Eminence, and Winona and have a support and training relationship with Mercy Healthcare. The fire departments provide logistical support and Mercy provides supplies and training. The Shannon County Sheriff’s Office dispatches responders through the same radio system used for law enforcement and fire response. All First Responders have at least “Emergency Medical Responder” training, which is the next training level below EMT, although some are trained and certified to the EMT level or higher as well. Some have taken the training course with the intention of becoming Shannon County First Responders, others have previous emergency medical training from careers in Law Enforcement, Firefighting, nursing, the military or Conservation and want to put that training to use serving their communities. There are First Responders with as much as thirty years’ emergency medical experience and others who are just starting out. Generally if you call 911 for an ambulance the operator will ask if you’d like First Responders also. They can often arrive before the ambulance and begin care. They do not administer medications, but can provide oxygen, splinting, check vital signs and even administer CPR in the unfortunate event that becomes necessary. They are trained to assist ambulance personnel and can summon additional medical resources such as a helicopter if necessary, as well as communicate with the ambulance by radio so they know what to expect and prepare for. Due to medical confidentiality rules, you won’t ever see a detailed account of the First Responders' actions on this page, and any postings containing such information will be deleted. However, they have pulled people from burning car wrecks, delivered babies, performed CPR, and treated everything from bee stings to heart attacks and from strokes to skinned knees. Their training is at their own expense and they are never paid a penny for their time. If you know one, you might want to say thanks. If you see a donation box around the county, you might want to donate to help purchase supplies. Also you can click on the "Shop Now" link at the top and donate some equipment. If you have medical training, you might want to join up. You might lose a little sleep now and then, but you’ll know you are serving your community.