No injuries in BMHD ambulance blowout incident

Blue Mountain Hospital District reports ambulance left roadway but no one was hurt

Mar. 16, 2026 at 3:51pm

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On Friday, March 13th, a Blue Mountain Hospital District ambulance experienced a tire blowout while returning to the hospital from a call. The ambulance left the roadway as a result, but fortunately no one was injured, as there were no patients onboard and no employees reported injuries. The ambulance was towed back to John Day.

Why it matters

Ambulance incidents can pose serious risks to both patients and staff, so it's fortunate that this blowout did not result in any injuries or further damage. The Blue Mountain Hospital District serves a rural area, so maintaining a reliable fleet of emergency vehicles is crucial for the community.

The details

According to the Blue Mountain Hospital District, the ambulance experienced a tire blowout while returning to the hospital in John Day, Oregon. The blowout caused the ambulance to leave the roadway, but no one was injured as there were no patients onboard and the staff reported no injuries. The damaged ambulance was then towed back to the hospital.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, March 13th.

The players

Blue Mountain Hospital District

The regional healthcare provider that operates the ambulance service in the John Day, Oregon area.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of maintaining a reliable fleet of emergency vehicles, especially in rural areas where access to healthcare resources can be more limited. The quick response and lack of injuries is a positive outcome, but it also serves as a reminder of the risks ambulance crews face in the line of duty.