EMS crews responded to 329 total calls during May, including 287 emergent responses and 42 non-emergent responses. Crews also responded to 8 overdose incidents. A total of 13 out-of-county transports were completed, including 9 Taylor County residents and 4 non-Taylor County residents. Overall, call volume remains consistent with a very busy EMS system, particularly regarding emergency responses. Please see the attached graph for current EMS run volume trends.
Success Story:
Many times, we cannot discuss patient information, good or bad due to HIPPA standards but one of the highlights of the month occurred on May 22, 2026, when Campbellsville-Taylor County EMS and Campbellsville Fire-Rescue responded to a patient experiencing severe respiratory distress. Shortly after responders arrived, Mr. Alec Dempewolf suffered respiratory arrest that progressed to cardiac arrest.
Immediate resuscitation efforts were initiated by EMS and fire personnel. Through rapid intervention, teamwork, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) measures, return of spontaneous circulation (ROSC) was achieved prior to arrival at the hospital.
Today, (Wednesday, June 3, 2026) Mr. Dempewolf has been discharged from the hospital, has no neurological deficits, and has returned home to his family. He recently stopped by headquarters to personally thank the responders involved in his care.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of training, preparation, and teamwork. While no single individual can take credit for a successful outcome, this case demonstrates what can be accomplished when EMS and fire personnel work together to provide exceptional patient care.
Providers involved in the incident included:
Campbellsville-Taylor County EMS
• AEMT Dustin Price
• Major AEMT Cobee Goode
Campbellsville Fire-Rescue
• Captain/AEMT Cody Wood
• Firefighter/EMT Logan England
• Firefighter/EMT Thomas Hafley
• Firefighter/EMT Colebrine Jackson
This story is shared with the express permission of Mr. Dempewolf and his family. The information included has been approved for release to recognize his remarkable recovery and the collaborative efforts of the responders involved in his care.
(Chris Taylor, Chief/Executive Director Fire-Rescue-EMS – Campbellsville Fire-Rescue)