Serving Rio & the Tri-County Area Since Establishment

When seconds matter,
we are already there.

Tri-County Ambulance District provides rapid, professional emergency medical services to our community — day, night, and every moment in between.

24/7
Emergency Response
3
Counties Served
100%
Community Focused
Emergency ambulance vehicle ready for dispatch

What We Provide

Comprehensive Emergency
Medical Services

From life-threatening emergencies to scheduled medical transports, our trained crews are equipped and ready to respond.

Emergency Response

Rapid dispatch for 911 calls and emergency medical situations across our service area. Our paramedics and EMTs are trained to handle critical care in the field.

Patient Transport

Safe, comfortable ground transportation between healthcare facilities — hospital transfers, discharge transport, and inter-facility patient moves.

Special Event Medical

On-site emergency medical coverage for community events, sports games, parades, and public gatherings — ensuring safety for everyone in attendance.

Non-Emergency Transport

Scheduled medical transportation for patients who need assistance but not emergency-level care — ideal for medical appointments and treatments.

Community First Response

Our personnel provide CPR training, first aid education, and community health outreach to build a safer, more prepared Tri-County region.

Critical Care Transport

Advanced life support for patients requiring specialized medical supervision during transport to higher-level care facilities.

Tri-County Ambulance District medical crew preparing for duty

Our Story

A Tradition of
Reliable Care

Tri-County Ambulance District has been a cornerstone of emergency medical services in Rio, Illinois and the surrounding Tri-County area for generations. Based at 210 W Sauk Ave, our district serves three counties with a commitment that goes beyond duty — it is a promise to every neighbor who calls on us.

Our team of certified EMTs and paramedics undergoes continuous training to maintain the highest standards of prehospital care. From the moment a call comes in, every member of our district is focused on one thing: getting you the care you need, as fast as safely possible.

Certified & Trained Crews
Modern Equipment
Community-First Approach
Three Counties Served

Emergency? Call Now

Every moment counts.
We are one call away.

For life-threatening emergencies, always dial 911 first.

(130) 997-2590

Our Impact

Serving Our Community
With Dedication

3
Counties
Protected
24
Hours a Day,
7 Days a Week
100%
Commitment to
Community Safety
<1
Minute Average
Dispatch Time

Get in Touch

We Are Here
When You Need Us

Whether you need to schedule a non-emergency medical transport, request information about our services, or reach us for any inquiry — we are just a call or message away.

Address 210 W Sauk Ave
Rio, IL 61472-5049
Hours 24 Hours / 7 Days a Week
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