Capron Rescue Squad District Votes to End Ambulance Services

Capron Rescue Squad District votes to end ambulance services

POPLAR GROVE, Ill. (WTVO) — The Capron Rescue Squad District board has voted to discontinue ambulance service within the district. To serve the area, the board entered into an agreement with North Boone Fire Protection District #3 to take over. "Rising operational costs, declining call volume, and staffing challenges have led us to determine that this is the most appropriate course of action for our local community," the Board of Trustees said i…

Capron Rescue Squad District to Discontinue Ambulance Services

The Capron Rescue Squad District Board of Trustees has announced its decision to discontinue ambulance services within the district. The move was finalized during a trustee meeting held on Tuesday, July 16, 2025.