Fire-based EMS
The fire-based EMS topic deals with the range of issues facing EMTs and paramedics in the fire service.
North Babylon Fire Chief Peter Alt was caught on video shouting profanities at a 10-year-old girl during an emergency call
In a two-day joint exercise with Auburn University and emergency agencies, first responders simulated an active shooter scenario to sharpen tactics
Severely impaired and terminally ill residents account for most preventable transfers, often tied to feeding tube issues, infections and falls, according to a national study by Florida Atlantic University
Photos show a collapsed roof and debris, but Dallas Fire-Rescue officials said no firefighters at Station 41 were hurt
Thomas Wright broke free from the gurney restraint, bit the EMT and knocked him to the ground, then began stomping on his head
While Clearcreek Fire District crews were responding to a vehicle fire, someone broke into their station and stole an ambulance
The tapes depict stranded riders crying, pleading for help for people with health conditions and in one case a man who had passed out, all when the gondolas broke down Oct. 5
Fire Chief Tim McConnell said work began Thursday in hopes of bringing the multi-ton structures down ahead of approaching tropical weather
The City of Orlando is arguing the decision was “explicitly based on a misunderstanding” of criminal charges filed against Joshua Granada
A Florida volunteer fire department has since been shut down pending an investigation into the incident
“A ceiling was shattered and it’s a long time coming, and one that we’re very proud of,” Chief Kevin Gallagher said
Capt. Latorrence Norris and firefighter Vinnie Harper were stabbed by a patient while en route to a hospital last week
“Loma Prieta Earthquake, 30 Years Later” reflects on the stories from the survivors, first responders and unsung heroes from the Bay Area quake
To repair the rig quickly, Chief Jeffrey Blanchard called South Shore Technical High School for help
Rescue workers and search dogs have been in and out of the structure, hoping to find the lone missing worker alive
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A video showed a metal structure tumbling to the ground and people running from the scene as clouds of dust billowed up
The app, PulsePoint, allows users to view and receive alerts on calls being responded to by fire departments and emergency medical services
Mercer County Coroner John Libonati said he intended to introduce new procedures to generate more accurate and better information from responders through death reports
Eric Stevens, who played for the St. Louis Rams, was diagnosed with ALS one month after his wedding
Fire officials said Brian Poole was a “man who always had a smile on his face and was a vital piece of DFD Company 11"
The firefighters were taken to the hospital for treatment and a suspect was found and taken into custody
In November 2018, Gary Weiland was given “unbelievable” news that doctors would have to amputate his leg after knee surgery complications
A pilot and passenger were each thrown from one balloon as it impacted, bounded along the ground and caught fire
Joshua Granada will receive back pay, with the exception of 240 hours, which was ruled the appropriate punishment under the city’s collective bargaining agreement
San Jacinto College and Houston Community College are offering programs for both careers, allowing graduates to work after testing
Henderson Fire Chief Shawn White said his goal is to provide more resources and start a dialogue about mental health
“Mental health is very important to their overall wellbeing. It’s OK to seek help, and recovery is possible,” one official said
Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 542 to create a rebuttable presumption that a worker’s mental health struggles are an occupational injury
Betty T. Miller sustained serious injuries when her vehicle crashed into the fire station causing extensive manage to the building, an EMS vehicle and a trailer
The firefighter was handcuffed after yelling at troopers for breaking a car window to treat a possible OD patient, refusing the leave the scene and pushing a trooper
Rep. Chris Sainato’s House Bill 1834 will extend the expiring Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant program if it passes the floor vote
First responders are calling the new proposed ALS policy “an attack on the fire agencies’ ability to deliver EMS to the citizens we serve”
The split between 911 coverage and interfacility transfers seems to be causing the biggest frustration for local emergency officials
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