Heat-related calls at band event

The El Paso-Gridley marching band shown Saturday at the Pontiac Indian Showdown competition.

The Pontiac Fire Department responded to a series of medical calls Saturday night at the Pontiac Indian Showdown marching band competition, where multiple minors required medical evaluation for heat-related concerns.

Officials report three individuals were transported to OSF St. James - John W. Albrecht Medical Center for further evaluation and treatment, while 14 others were assessed and cleared without the need for transport.

“Fortunately, all patients are stable,” said a news release from the Pontiac Fire Department.

The following agencies assisted in the effort:

SELCAS Ambulance Service

Dwight Ambulance Service

Gridley Ambulance Service

Minonk Ambulance Service

Support was provided from the following fire departments and local law enforcement:

Cullom Fire Department

Fairbury Fire Department

Saunemin Fire Department

Pontiac Police Department