Community Education

Montgomery County EMS is committed to being an active force in Clarksville-Montgomery County when it comes to promoting injury prevention programs and health and safety awareness. If you would like someone to speak at your event, call 931-920-1800 ext. 7.

Informational sessions on career opportunities with EMS are available at the high school level as part of a planned Career Day or as requested by a teacher to supplement to their curriculum.

Is your house number visible?

It is extremely important to ensure your house numbers are visible to emergency responders.  Make sure to place your numerical street number (reflective material if possible) on your mailbox or home in order for responders to quickly identify your residence.  

What do you tell 911 when you call and what to have readily available for the EMS crew when they arrive.

• Stay calm and speak with the dispatcher in a clear and concise manner.
• Give clear answers.
• Follow the instructions to the best of your ability.
• Remain on the phone until the dispatcher advises it's ok to hang up.
• If possible, have the patient's medical information readily accessible such as: Doctor's name, past medical history, current medication list, allergies, and any advanced or resuscitative directives.
• Secure any pets.
• Make sure to clear any pathways to get the EMS crew and equipment to the patient.

Kids Safety

• Kids and Bicycle Safety
• Steps for Wearing your Bicycle Helmet

Teen Safety

• For Important on Teen Driving Click Here

Do You Know the Warning Signs & Symptoms of:

Stroke

• Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side
• Loss of partial or full sight in one or both eyes
• Difficulty talking or understanding other people, confusion
• Sudden severe headache
• Dizziness, loss of balance or coordination, or trouble walking
• Facial Dropping on one side
• Call 911 Immediately
• For more information about strokes click the link here https://www.stroke.org/en/

Heart Attack

• Chest discomfort –pressure, squeezing, fullness, pain
• Discomfort other areas – one or both arms, back, neck, jaw
• Shortness of breath
• Breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea
• Call 911 Immediately
• For more information about cardiac disease click the link here https://www.heart.org/
• KNOW CPR and how to use an AED. Click the link here to learn more https://cpr.heart.org/en/

Cold Weather Emergency – Hypothermia

• Older adults can lose body heat very fast and a big chill can turn into a dangerous problem called hypothermia. This is what happens when your body temperature gets too low. Here are a few steps to lower your chances of getting hypothermia.
• Dress warmly, even if you are staying indoors. Wear lose layers outdoors that include a hat, gloves and scarf when outdoors.
• Set your thermostat to 68 degrees or higher.
• Keep active, eat properly.
• Talk with your doctor about health problems and medications that may make it harder to keep warm.
• If you live alone have a relative, friend or neighbor check on you daily.

Signs & Symptoms of Hypothermia:

• Impaired coordination, stumbling, clumsiness
• Confusion, disorientation, irrational behavior
• Slurred speech
• Cold, pale skin
• Shivering
• Sleepiness
• Call 911 Immediately

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – The “silent killer”, odorless and cannot be seen

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Difficulty breathing
• Nausea/vomiting
• Cyanosis
• Confusion, lethargic, disoriented
• Seizures
• Unresponsive
• Call 911 Immediately

Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke - Hyperthermia

Practice heat safety measures. Do not spend too much time in the hot sun…do outside work during early morning or late evening hours. Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothes. Take frequent breaks in the shade. Keep well hydrated.

Heat Exhaustion

• Fatigue, weakness, nausea, headache
• Thirst
• Muscle aches and cramps
• Confusion, anxiety, agitation
• Drenching sweats often accompanied by cold, clammy skin
• Slow or weak pulse
• Dizziness, fainting

Heat exhaustion requires medical attention but is not usually life threatening
Call 911 Immediately

Heat Stroke

• Nausea and vomiting
• Headache
• Vertigo
• Fatigue
• Hot, flushed, dry skin
• Rapid heart rate
• Decreased sweating and urination
• Shortness of breath
• Increased body temperature (104-106 degrees)
• Confusion or loss of consciousness
• Seizures
• Heat stroke can occur suddenly without symptoms of heat exhaustion
• Call 911 Immediately

Mental Health and Substance Abuse

If you know of anyone who is struggling with mental health issues or substance abuse reach out to the proper professionals to get them the help they need.

Click here for more information. https://www.samhsa.gov/