Ambulance
When seconds matter, Forks Ambulance provides lifesaving emergency medical services across a vast region, covering the City of Forks, La Push Reservation, Beaver, and Hoh Reservation and provides ambulance and rescue coverage for West Clallam County into West Jefferson County.
About
Forks Ambulance serves the City of Forks, La Push Reservation, Beaver, and Hoh Reservation and provides ambulance and rescue coverage for West Clallam County into West Jefferson County. Additionally, we respond to the Olympic Corrections Center and all access points to the rivers, trails, back roads, and everything in between these areas. Our total response area, including providing mutual aid, is estimated to cover over 900 square miles, or about 1.4% of the State of Washington.
All Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) at Forks Ambulance are state-licensed and certified through a rigorous training program and held to the same standards of education and training as required by state law. Forks Ambulance has a combination of both full-time and per diem EMTs.
Our EMT program has been serving the community for over 60 years. Initially operating under “Ray Ellis Volunteer Ambulance Corp,” current operations are under Clallam County Hospital District #1 (Forks Community Hospital) oversight. West Olympic Peninsula EMS Council provides the initial EMT training and ongoing education via funding from the Northwest Region EMS Council, with additional funding donated by Ray Ellis Volunteer Ambulance Corps and West Jefferson County.
How We Care for You
When every second counts, Forks Ambulance provides rapid, expert emergency care across the West Olympic Peninsula, ensuring that help is always within reach—no matter how remote the location.
Our Expertise & Training
Our EMT team is highly trained and certified in a range of advanced life-saving techniques to ensure the highest level of care:
State-Licensed EMTs
Certified through an extensive training program, ensuring the highest standard of emergency care.
Ongoing Education & EMS Training
West Olympic Peninsula EMS Council provides the initial EMT training and ongoing education via funding from the Northwest Region EMS Council, with additional funding donated by Ray Ellis Volunteer Ambulance Corps, and West Jefferson County.
Multi-Agency Coordination
Forks Ambulance works closely with local and federal law enforcement, fire departments, and specialized agencies to provide seamless emergency response.
FAQs
Have questions? We’re here to help! Below are answers to some of the most common questions about our care and services.
Who responds when I call 911 for a medical emergency?
What areas do you cover?
Are your EMTs trained to handle all types of emergencies?
Hospital Services
Contact Information
Adria Williams
What to Expect When You Call 911
Emergency Department
From the moment you enter our Emergency Department, our dedicated staff of physicians, experienced registered nurses and medical professionals make it their mission to provide compassionate care to every patient, every time.
We are here 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our physicians and nurses are specially trained and certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Trauma Nursing Core Course.
