No Return Emergency Medical Services/Fire Dept (NREMS/NRFIRE)
October 2026
NREMS Newsletter Vol 1
Welcome to your monthly update on all things EMS and Fire related! 🚑🚒
This is where you’ll find the latest news, training opportunities, department updates, important reminders, and anything else you need to know to stay up to date.
Whether you’re out saving lives, putting out fires, helping at scenes, or just trying to survive another day in No Return, we’ve got you covered!
Stay safe, stay active, and keep being the heroes of No Return!
This month is Memaw and Grandpa Tony’s favorite holiday, Halloween!! Hope everyone had a Spooky but safe month!!
Meet the Team
Since this is the first volume, let’s start with Memaw and Grandpa Tony.
Memaw and Grandpa Tony didn’t get into EMS because they were looking for a second career. They started their EMS journey in their last city after retiring, wanting to get out of the house, stay active, and help people. They worked their way up through the ranks and remained with the department until the EMS department eventually closed.
Not ready to sit around at home, they packed up and moved to a new city, where they started all over again in EMS. Through their dedication, experience, and the fact that they do just about everything together, they eventually became Co-Directors of Medicine.
This Months Observances/Holidays
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and support those whose lives have been affected by breast cancer.
Breast cancer has touched Memaw’s family personally. She never had the chance to meet her grandmother because she passed away from breast cancer before Memaw’s father was even an adult. Her cousin was also diagnosed with breast cancer, but thanks to advances in research, treatment, and early detection, she was fortunate to survive.
Early detection can save lives. If it is time for your mammogram, please make that appointment. Take care of yourself, know your body, and don’t ignore changes or concerns.
For more information about breast cancer awareness, prevention, screening, and support, visit the National Breast Cancer Foundation:
https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month/
National Domestic Violence Awareness 
October is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to an issue that affects millions of people and families every year.
More than 10 million people are affected by domestic violence each year in the United States, and nearly 20 people are physically abused by an intimate partner every minute.
Approximately 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men experience physical violence by an intimate partner during their lifetime.
Domestic violence can affect anyone, and no one deserves to live in fear or be hurt by someone they love.
If you or someone you know needs help, you are not alone.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text: START to 88788
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
Please take care of yourselves, look out for one another, and remember that asking for help is a sign of strength.
New Hires and Promotions
New Hires from the month of September
Promotions
Mac Griddles– promoted to Captain
Arthur Aitis– promoted to Paramedic
This Month’s Classes: Weapons Training
Looking for a little extra protection while out in the wilderness? This month, we are offering Weapons Classes!
Get properly trained on weapon use and, upon successful completion, become licensed to carry for added protection while working or spending time in the mountains.
This training can be especially useful for those who spend time in remote areas and may encounter wildlife or other unexpected dangers.
Interested in taking the class? Just let us know! We will get you scheduled and set up with everything you need for your training.
Stay safe out there, and remember: training and responsible use come first!
Things to Look Out For: Possible Overdose
The gangs in the city have been ramping up their drug production, which means EMS may encounter more citizens who appear to be under the influence or experiencing a possible overdose.
If you come across someone who appears to be on drugs, approach with caution. Some signs you may notice include:
- Walking hunched over or having difficulty standing
- Appearing dazed, confused, or disoriented
- Acting unusually or not responding normally
- Uncontrolled or erratic behavior
What Should You Do?🩺
If the person is calm enough to safely approach, keep them hydrated and monitor their condition while waiting for additional help.
If they are acting aggressively, extremely erratically, or are otherwise unsafe to approach, DO NOT put yourself in danger. Back away and contact PD for assistance.
Remember: Your safety comes first. You cannot help someone else if you become part of the emergency yourself.
If you’re unsure how to handle the situation, call for additional EMS/PD support and let the appropriate departments assist.
Mac’s Monthly Musings
Best Quotes from Mac
If ya got a paper cut, I am here to tape it up….or something like that
If your booty hurts I can patch it up. I’ll be gentle #311 medic is available
weeewooo #311
Are you hurt? I’m not! Medic on doody
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