EMS union urges members to transfer out of Manhattan to avoid congestion-pricing fees
EMS Local 2507 President Oren Barzilay sent out his advisory to the 270 city EMTs and paramedics assigned to the three EMS ...
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Tragedy on Bourbon Street: EMS lessons from New Year’s Eve attack
A deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans underscores the need for EMS to adapt to evolving threats, exploring strategies for prevention, response and building resilience ...
EMTs assigned to NYC’s congestion pricing zone urged by union to transfer out to avoid new $9 toll
Many of the first responders are underpaid at just $18.94 an hour — the lowest of any frontline workers citywide — and can’t ...
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Tri-State fire, EMS, 911 dispatch centers ready for incoming winter storm
Hamilton County Emergency Communications Center Director Andy Knapp said 48 municipalities in the County and partner organizations in Kentucky and Indiana would work together through the winter storm.
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Why New Year’s resolutions fail – and how first responders can stick with them
Lack of planning, unrealistic expectations and stress can derail resolutions, but adopting small, meaningful changes can lead to lasting success ...
Dorchester Co. first responders see positive results from new dispatch center
First responders in Dorchester County are touting the improvements of a new center for 911 dispatch and EMS response.
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Victims of Sandgate fire identified as mother and newborn
Vermont State Police (VSP) has identified the victims of a fatal fire in Sandgate on New Year's Day as Nicole Grogan, 22, and ...