The *Daily Herald* recently published an article detailing a major shift in emergency services in Antioch. For the first time since 1938, the Antioch Rescue Squad (ARS) is no longer responsible for providing ambulance services during fire or rescue calls in the area. The contract between the ARS and the First Fire Protection District of Antioch officially ended at 5 a.m. on Friday, marking a significant change in how emergency medical services are handled in the region.
With the previous agreement terminated, all ambulance services for the town of Antioch and Antioch Township—covering around 27,000 residents—are now being managed by the Antioch Fire Department. Fire Chief John Nixon confirmed that the transition was smooth and efficient. “We had an extremely peaceful transition at 5 a.m., and we’ve now established ourselves throughout the district,†he said. His team has already begun moving into Fire Station 3 on Grass Lake Road, with 11 employees currently stationed across the three fire stations.
To ensure a seamless switch, essential fire service computer systems were updated at both dispatch centers and ambulances. Nixon emphasized that residents should not notice any disruption in their emergency response times or service quality. “People in need should not see any change in the way they receive help,†he added.
This shift came after the First Fire Protection District decided not to renew its contract with the ARS this year. The goal was to integrate fire and rescue services under one department, streamlining operations for both the village and township. A similar decision was made just one year ago, signaling a broader effort to consolidate resources and improve efficiency.
ARS President Todd Thommes acknowledged the uncertainty ahead. “We do not have a future plan in place right now,†he said. “I wish I could say what the future is, but as of right now, we just don’t know. We still need to sit down and go over all of that.†The rescue squad is currently evaluating its next steps, leaving many wondering about the long-term impact of this transition on local emergency services.
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