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Tri-State Ambulance assists with callout for Jay Street fire

Tri-State Ambulance assists the La Crosse Fire Department as they work diligently over twelve hours on the Jay Street structure fire in downtown La Crosse. See news report from WXOW.

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Tri-State Ambulance Vehicle Improvements

Tri-State Ambulance adds two new vehicles increasing safety and reducing cost. See news reports from WKBT and WXOW.

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Tri-State Ambulance Responds to Tornado in La Crosse

On May 22nd an EF1-EF2 tornado struck the south side of La Crosse causing widespread damage along its path.  Fortunately for residents, the storm caused few minor injuries and no deaths.  Tri-State Ambulance responded with 13 ambulances, multiple supervisors and … Continue reading

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Tri-State Ambulance Donates to WSPD AED Fund

In an effort to assure victims of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest have the best chance at survival, Tri-State Ambulance has donated $500 to the West Salem Police Department’s AED fund. The department hopes to raise enough money to place an AED … Continue reading

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2010 Tri-State Ambulance Community Report

Tri-State Ambulance is proud to announce the release of its 2010 Community Report. Highlights this year include clinical and operational accomplishments as well as expansion of technology, safety, and community service programs. Continue reading

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Tom Tornstrom Named to PAAW Board of Directors

The Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin (PAAW) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Tornstrom to the organization’s Board of Directors.
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Tri-State Ambulance Has Successful 2010 Oktoberfest

Traditionally, La Crosse’s Oktoberfest celebration is a taxing time for local emergency responders.  Tri-State Ambulance successfully managed the incredible influx of visitors, estimated to be nearly 150,000 when added to local Fest goers, by strategically deploying additional ambulances, supervisors, and bike … Continue reading

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Tri-State Ambulance Recognizes Stars of Life

Tri-State Ambulance recently honored two of its Paramedics as Stars of Life for their contributions to the company. Chosen by their peers were Lead Paramedic Michael Petersen and Field Training Officer Nick Eastman. Continue reading

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Tri-State Receives Assistance to Firefighters Grant

Tri-State Ambulance will be able to fill a much needed service thanks to a federal Assistance to Firefighter grant. Recently, the offices of Rep. Ron Kind and Sen. Russ Feingold notified Tri-State Ambulance that they will receive about $105,000 in grant money to upgrade the emergency services provider’s radio equipment. Continue reading

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Winter Storm Keeps Tri-State Hopping

Tri-State Ambulance reported an increase in call volume of approximately 30 percent due to recent storms. Continue reading

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