CNN News Update (2-9-2012 9 PM EST)
The latest news happenings in the U.S. and around the world.
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The latest news happenings in the U.S. and around the world.
CNN News Update (2-9-2012 7 PM EST)
The latest news happenings in the U.S. and around the world.
CNN News Update (2-9-2012 6 PM EST)
The latest news happenings in the U.S. and around the world.
CNN News Update (2-9-2012 5 PM EST)
The latest news happenings in the U.S. and around the world.
Katrina-Rita suit: Insurer offers $80M to settle (AP)
AP - Louisiana's property insurer of last resort has offered to settle a dispute over the slow handling of claims from hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 for up to $80 million.
FEMA has plan to waive debts of disaster victims (AP)
AP - The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Wednesday that it is rolling out a plan to waive debts for many victims of Hurricane Katrina and other disasters who may have mistakenly received millions of dollars in aid.
Vt. farmers can ask for more disaster relief funds (AP)
AP - There's more grant money available for Vermont farmers hurt by flooding from Tropical Storm Irene.
Reno, Nev., Washoe Drive Fire by the Numbers (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - The Associated Press reports a fire south of Reno, Nev., has been 100 percent contained. The Washoe Drive Fire burned for two days beginning Thursday. The fast-moving blaze was fueled by extremely dry weather and hurricane-like winds in western Nevada.
Prosecutors plan retrial in Katrina shootings cover-up case (Reuters)
Reuters - Federal prosecutors plan to seek a retrial for a retired New Orleans police detective accused of conspiring to cover up wrongdoing in police killings in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, a spokeswoman said on Saturday.
Officer in Katrina shootings probe to be retried (AP)
AP - Prosecutors intend to retry a retired police sergeant charged with helping cover up deadly shootings on a New Orleans bridge after Hurricane Katrina.
Police detective\'s trial opens old Katrina wounds (Reuters)
Reuters - A New Orleans homicide detective conspired with other police officers to cover up the fatal shootings of two civilians and wounding of four others in the days after Hurricane Katrina, according to court testimony on Tuesday.
\'Space Hurricane\': Huge Solar Storm Is Pounding Earth Now (SPACE.com)
SPACE.com - A wave of charged particles from an intense solar storm is pummeling the Earth right now, which may trigger stunning aurora displays and cause minor disruptions to satellites over the next two days, NASA scientists say.
Irene flooding left Vt. home on unexpected island (AP)
<p><a href=\"http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/hurricanes/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20120122/ap_on_re_us/us_irene_stranded_home\"><img src=\"http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20120122/capt.13db1e209e5a4ddd8fb87bcb3239eb98-13db1e209e5a4ddd8fb87bcb3239eb98-0.jpg?x=86&y=130&q=85&sig=1YlEN3HgB232Cj2aDhOavg--\" align=\"left\" height=\"130\" width=\"86\" alt=\"In this photo taken Jan. 16, 2012, Kellie Burke of Bethel, Vt., looks out over what was her driveway before Gilhead Brook changed course during Tropical Storm Irene, washing away much of her land and creating an island out of her property. Since the storm, Burke, a 48-year-old high school librarian, and June Tierney, a 47-year-old lawyer who works for the state board that regulates utilities, have to cross a ford â a new, narrow road that dips into the old stream and has no guardrails â to get home, and face an uncertain future. (AP Photo/Andy Duback)\" border=\"0\" /></a>AP - June Tierney and Kellie Burke never envisioned island living in the Vermont woods, but Tropical Storm Irene had other ideas.</p><br clear=\"all\"/>
Salvage experts weigh the options for Concordia (AP)
<p><a href=\"http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/hurricanes/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20120118/ap_on_re_eu/eu_italy_cruise_ship_salvage\"><img src=\"http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20120118/capt.a89072e01d174ae0840357a98622d48e-1769e7ac20fa4a29b4c7c5e14d92845a-0.jpg?x=130&y=86&q=85&sig=Oz_AUalRjeub9gdGq3PbHg--\" align=\"left\" height=\"86\" width=\"130\" alt=\"The cruise ship Costa Concordia lays on its side off the tiny Tuscan island of Giglio, Italy, Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012. Italian searchers suspended operations on Wednesday after an enormous cruise ship grounded and partially submerged off the coast of Tuscany shifted slightly, creating concerns for the safety of divers and firefighters scouring the cruiseline for more than 20 passengers and crew still missing. (AP Photo/Andrea Sinibaldi, Lapresse)\" border=\"0\" /></a>AP - From raising the Russian nuclear submarine Kursk to securing drilling platforms wrenched loose by Hurricane Katrina, Dutch companies have a long history of mopping up after maritime disasters.</p><br clear=\"all\"/>
Hurricane center chief to retire June 1 (AP)
<p><a href=\"http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/hurricanes/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20120114/ap_on_sc/us_hurricane_center_chief_retiring\"><img src=\"http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20120114/capt.98e2c68ddd94419e9ec5a8c7850e6767-98e2c68ddd94419e9ec5a8c7850e6767-0.jpg?x=130&y=124&q=85&sig=vG.rFEhHRGWFpvr2dj5udw--\" align=\"left\" height=\"124\" width=\"130\" alt=\"In this photo provided by NOAA Communications & External Affairs, National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read is shown. Read is announcing plans to retire June 1, 2012. Read says in a statement Saturday from the Miami-based hurricane center that he intended to stay on the job no longer than five years. Read has been in the post since 2008. (AP Photo/NOAA Communications & External Affairs)\" border=\"0\" /></a>AP - National Hurricane Center Director Bill Read, who took over the forecasting agency during a time of turmoil and leaves it much calmer, announced Saturday he will retire effective June 1.</p><br clear=\"all\"/>
Vermont dairies scramble to find feed after Irene (AP)
<p><a href=\"http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/hurricanes/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20120112/ap_on_re_us/us_food_and_farm_feed_shortage\"><img src=\"http://d.yimg.com/a/p/ap/20120111/capt.86624d93eae649aeabc1c961447584a5-86624d93eae649aeabc1c961447584a5-0.jpg?x=130&y=91&q=85&sig=wtrQLVbjfggmxx1uHcUyGQ--\" align=\"left\" height=\"91\" width=\"130\" alt=\"FILE - In this Aug. 30, 2011 file photo, farmer's fields in Rutland, Vt. are flooded from Tropical Storm Irene in this aerial view. The storm wiped out some fields and flooded others. Agriculture officials are worried crops won't be as nutritious for cows, which will cut down on production, or could be moldy, at a time when feed prices are high. (AP Photo/Toby Talbot, File)\" border=\"0\" /></a>AP - Flooding from Tropical Storm Irene swept away some bales of hay Doug Turner grew to feed his dairy cows and ripped open others, contaminating them with muddy water. When the water receded, he had to mow down a third of his corn, which had turned brown and moldy.</p><br clear=\"all\"/>
Hurricane Irene Wails on Collegeville, Pa. (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - FIRST PERSON | COLLEGEVILLE, Pa. -- Hurricane Irene is doing her best to keep this resident wet and windblown.
Florida\'s Gulf Coast Gets Small Reminder that Hurricane Season is Close (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - SARASOTA, Fla. -- A small reminder of hurricane season for the Gulf coast residents came early this week. In the early morning hours of Monday, the rain started trickling down. By midmorning, the rain became a small reminder to be prepared for Florida\'s hurricane season bringing downpour and thunderstorms in the typically dry season.
Tropical Storm Sendong Kills Over 600 in Philippines (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - Tropical Storm Sendong has moved out to sea, but the death and destruction in the Philippines remains to be tallied. The storm remained over the southern portion of the island nation from Dec. 16-18, with moderate winds and heavy rain. NASA reported rainfall at a rate of 2 inches per hour for much of Dec. 17-18. Winds ranged from 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 50 mph. It was the 17th tropical storm to strike the Philippines this year.
Sediment Run-off at Record Levels into the Chesapeake Bay, by the Numbers (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - It seems Tropical Storm Lee has caused greater damage to the Chesapeake Bay than originally suspected. The Conowingo Dam, near Darlington, Md., and on the Susquehanna River allowed 4 million tons of sediment to get through the gates, bringing four times the amount normally spilled into the Bay in only four days.
Hurricane Rina Strengthens to Category 2, on Way to Yucatan (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - Hurricane Rina had gained enough strength and momentum today to have grown into a Category 2 storm, officials say. The storm has a maximum wind speed of some 105 mph.
U.S. Rain and Drought by the Numbers (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - 2011 is breaking records with several kinds of catastrophic weather. Perhaps most significant is the flooding caused by Hurricane Irene and, at the other end of the spectrum, the severe drought that has enveloped Oklahoma, Texas and much of the country. NOAA says it may develop into the worst drought in U.S. history. In Texas, wildfires broke out in September.
48 mph Winds Wreak Havoc in Michigan (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - While other parts of the world are getting hurricanes and typhoons, Michigan is getting tropical storm strength winds as 48 mph winds, deluging rain and 21-foot waves have hit the state. With temperatures in the 30s and 40s, the wind speed is the only thing that feels \"tropical.\"
Tropical Storm Ophelia Likely to Reform (ContributorNetwork)
ContributorNetwork - The National Weather Service states Tropical Storm Ophelia\'s remnants are just over the Northern Leeward Islands in the Atlantic Ocean as of today. There is a 90 percent chance this system will develop into a tropical storm again as it moves to the west-northwest. Thus far the system is not near any huge land masses, but it could eventually reach the eastern United States.
8/18/11
America
Fire Chief Kent Adams said that the village last adjusted fees in 2002. Ambulance fees to rise in Romeoville - Illinois
Aug 18, 2011, 2:41:48 PM
America
Responders encountered a total of 54 patients. 14 were transported in stable condition by a West Sayville Fire Department bus with Community Ambulance EMTs to Stony Brook University Hospital. Hazmat Multiple Casualty Incident in Bohemia - New York
Aug 18, 2011, 2:33:06 PM
America
The arguments for and against Measure F -- which would tax property owners $85 per parcel, with the revenue going to the Hesperia Fire District -- were released by the city on Wednesday. Council members argue pro and con of proposed fire tax - California
Aug 18, 2011, 2:26:03 PM
America
Peconic Bay Medical Center and Stony Brook University Hospital have reached an agreement to continue the program for another year, PBMC president and CEO Andrew Mitchell told RiverheadLOCAL this afternoon. Scaled-back first-responder program saved in deal struck by Senator LaValle - New York
Aug 18, 2011, 2:21:16 PM
America
The fire department has been warning the city council for years that Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement was falling vastly short of covering actual costs, and that it would not be able to keep making up the difference indefinitely. Ambulance fees put squeeze on users - Oregon
Aug 18, 2011, 2:19:48 PM
America
Giving the Tulsa Fire Department responsibility for emergency medical services in the area would result in increased costs and less medical expertise with no incentive or guarantee for good results, officials with the current service provider said Wednesday EMSA warns against TFD ambulance service plan - Oklahoma
Aug 18, 2011, 2:19:20 PM
Criminal
A local woman is suing Hamilton County Emergency Services for $2.9 million, alleging that a paramedic pulled back her clothing, fondled her and took photos of her naked body while she was being transported to the hospital. Hamilton County: Lawsuit details ambulance worker molesting patient - Tennessee
Aug 18, 2011, 2:16:48 PM
Criminal
On Thursday, Aug. 4, Chad Robinson, who works for McDowell County EMS, reported that someone stole his white Ford pickup truck from the EMS base in Old Fort. Man Charged With Stealing Paramedic\'s Truck - North Carolina
Aug 18, 2011, 2:16:40 PM
Legal
A Collier County Emergency Medical Services pilot suspended one day last month for leaving his running helicopter won his appeal on Thursday. Embattled EMS pilot wins appeal on suspension - Florida
Aug 18, 2011, 2:16:09 PM
Legal
It could have been worse: When the filed-in-\'09 case came to light last summer, after it was unsealed in federal court, guesstimations were the city could owe close to $40 mil. When it settled with the feds and state earlier this summer, the city didn\'t admit to any wrongdoing or liability. It\'s Getting Expensive As Dallas, Whistleblowing Auditor Wrangle Over Retaliation Claims - Texas
Aug 18, 2011, 2:16:08 PM
World
Paramedics called to cat in cardiac arrest - UK
Aug 18, 2011, 2:15:45 PM
Human Interest
Hopewell was spotted performing an intubation on a practice dummy at the Life EMS Ambulance Education Centre Kalamazoo mayor keeps his paramedic skills up to date - Michigan
Aug 18, 2011, 1:30:05 PM
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Ambulance Crash Log
The private ambulance was involved in a crash with another car. The force of the crash sent the ambulance into the nearby home. Ambulance crashes into home in Randallstown - Maryland
Aug 17, 2011, 10:15:08 PM
Legal
The employments serve as part of the overall plan to pay at least $30 million in damages to some 6,000 plaintiffs in the case. Chicago Ordered to Hire 111 Black Firefighters - Illinois
Aug 17, 2011, 9:59:23 PM
Criminal
Troopers arrested Eric Harbour and Kimberly Lewis. EMS Worker And Nurse Charged With Making Meth Near Children - West Virginia
Aug 17, 2011, 9:51:28 PM
Criminal
Those under indictment or investigation run the gamut. One is David Scott San Julian, an ambulance-service paramedic. Rx fraud a growing problem - Arizona
Aug 17, 2011, 9:50:10 PM
Special Report
Two of the people who jumped in to help when the main stage at the Indiana State Fair collapsed this weekend were a paramedic from Elkhart and his wife, who is a nurse. They were in the grandstands just feet away when it happened Elkhart paramedic and nurse counted among heroes in stage collapse tragedy - Indiana
Aug 17, 2011, 9:49:06 PM
America
The Emergency Medical Services Authority on Tuesday defended its past and future to the Oklahoma City Council, saying the public trust remains the best and cheapest way to provide the city and surrounding communities with paramedic services. EMSA Lobbies to Continue as Oklahoma City\'s Service - Oklahoma
Aug 17, 2011, 9:44:05 PM
America
The ladies who posed are all paramedics and EMS technicians. Some of them did so reluctantly. Photos Land Honolulu EMS Personnel in Hot Water - Hawaii
Aug 17, 2011, 9:40:18 PM
America
Stow has been conscious and breathing on his own, but he cannot speak, said hospital spokeswoman Rachael Kagan. Stow can move slightly on command and turn his body toward people who speak to him, neurosurgeon Geoff Manley said in a statement. Bryan Stow Showing \'Significant Improvement\' - California
Aug 17, 2011, 9:39:08 PM
America
An ambulance company looking to expand in the wake of the imminent closure of Rockingham Ambulance is inviting soon-to-be former Rockingham employees to a job fair next week. EMS company to host job fair for Rockingham Ambulance employees - New Hampshire
Aug 17, 2011, 9:37:03 PM
America
An EMT on duty at the Sugarland concert Saturday at the State Fair has high praise for the dozens of people that rushed in to help save lives after the stage rigging collapsed EMT says teamwork saved lives at fair - Indiana
Aug 17, 2011, 9:35:41 PM
America
During its Aug. 2 meeting, some council members voiced their preference for the city to conduct an internal review of the department, rather than hire a consultant to conduct a top-down review of the EMS Department. Schertz mulls EMS review after operating losses - Texas
Aug 17, 2011, 9:28:22 PM
America
Calls for service are way up, not just in Altavista, but across Campbell County. Increase in 911 calls puts added strain on Campbell County EMS workers - Virginia
Aug 17, 2011, 9:27:18 PM
America
Those challenges mean the EMS division has been revisiting how it maintains its vehicles as it searches for a long-term funding solution. V\'land fights to keep ambulances on road - New Jersey
Aug 17, 2011, 9:25:37 PM
America
The issue wasn’t whether Porter, which has been the ambulance service provider for the county since 1988, has provided a good service, but what kind of tax subsidy, if any, the county should grant the now privately-owned company in a new contract. County taxpayer subsidy for ambulance draws questions - Indiana
Aug 17, 2011, 9:24:05 PM
America
In an effort to provide better emergency service to residents and to gain more local control, Murrieta council members said Tuesday that they support an effort by the city\'s fire chief to have the Murrieta Fire Department provide ambulance service to residents. City Council supports plan for local ambulance service - California
Aug 17, 2011, 9:22:41 PM
America
From Lacey south to Bass River, there is only one paramedic unit available to respond to emergencies, according to local emergency medical services and first aid squads volunteers. EMS needs for southern Ocean County debated - New Jersey
Aug 17, 2011, 9:21:14 PM
Special Report
2011 U.S. Ambulance Services Industry Report
Aug 14, 2011, 8:59:07 PM
Features
Ex-Firefighter Aims To Spark National 9/11 Candle Memorial
Aug 14, 2011, 8:58:09 PM
America
A gathering of this many EMS volunteers and first-responders usually portends something far worse. Morris County bicycle club raises thousands of dollars for EMS squads - New Jersey
Aug 14, 2011, 8:55:11 PM
America
Carter County Commissioners have signed off on a request by Southern Oklahoma Ambulance Service for a countywide vote on a 522 District Tax. Voters to decide on tax for station - Oklahoma
Aug 14, 2011, 8:49:50 PM
America
A call by Riverside County for cities to weigh in on a debate regarding ambulance services has revived a desire by the Murrieta Fire Department to provide that service. Fire chief wants city to provide ambulance service - California
Aug 14, 2011, 8:41:33 PM
America
Astorino announced that John M. Cullen, currently a deputy commissioner and fire coordinator, will serve as acting commissioner of emergency services. Westchester Commissioner Of Emergency Services Resigns - New York
Aug 14, 2011, 8:39:51 PM
America
The Brock-Dennis fire district, plus some residents in the Lipan and Mountain River districts, will have a chance to vote on the proposed ESD No. 9, what could be Parker County’s fifth emergency services district. Southwest county residents may get ESD vote - Texas
Aug 14, 2011, 8:38:30 PM
America
I have heard a rumor that the Athens County Commissioners are considering the sheriff\'s department taking over the 911 center. I personally think this should be avoided for the following reasons: The county’s 9-1-1 center should not be transferred to sheriff - Ohio
Aug 14, 2011, 8:35:59 PM
America
Concerned Alpine residents are invited to attend a Truth in Taxation meeting on Tuesday to discuss a possible tax increase resulting from recent changes to the Fire/EMS budget agreement. Alpine proposing 40-plus percent tax increase - Utah
Aug 14, 2011, 8:35:04 PM
America
At its Aug. 2 meeting, the Pima Town Council unanimously approved its Fire Department to enter into a contract with the state for the use of one of its EMS trucks and one of its structural fire engines. Pima approves Fire Department to contract with state - Arizona
Aug 14, 2011, 8:33:48 PM
America
Fire officials are considering shutting down operations at the east side fire station and eliminating one of its three medic units. Neighbors of Lancaster\'s Engine House 3 worry about proposed closure - Ohio
Aug 14, 2011, 8:28:50 PM
Obits/Services
Dallas firefighter falls to death - Texas
Aug 14, 2011, 8:22:50 PM
World
London riots: Stranded paramedic\'s ordeal during riots - UK
Aug 12, 2011, 6:29:03 PM
World
Anger over plans to cut paramedics\' pay by 16% - UK
Aug 12, 2011, 6:29:00 PM
World
\"The only time that these sort of temperatures are recorded in patients that have survived are perhaps in Europe and Canada and the United States.\" Hypothermic man found lying in snow with body temperature of 24C - Australia
Aug 12, 2011, 6:25:50 PM
Legal
The current fiasco over sending Piner’s Ambulance Company to the trash heap is just one more symptom of a government gone astray. Opinion: How much is our legal system costing us? - California
The Board of Supervisors is directed by a state law to put the ambulance service out to contract regardless of the quality of the existing system or the satisfaction of those it serves.
Aug 12, 2011, 6:11:45 PM
America
During a retreat Tuesday with the mayor and board of aldermen, City Administrator Patrick Lawton said the Shelby County Fire Department is considering an in-house ambulance service. Germantown officials revisit idea of in-house ambulance service - Tennesee
Aug 12, 2011, 6:08:09 PM
America
But of those who have used EMS service in the past year, 11 percent said they don\'t feel that they are \"confident that EMS personnel and equipment would arrive to offer help in a timely manner,\" compared with 5 percent of respondents who have not used the service. Louisville generally satisfied with merger, metro survey says - Kentucky
Aug 12, 2011, 6:03:56 PM
America
The Anmoore Volunteer Fire Department has been given the go ahead to start clean up after two feet of water flooded the entire lower floor during last weekend\'s heavy rain. Anmoore VFD Begins Flood Cleanup In Its Own Station - West Virginia
Aug 12, 2011, 5:59:58 PM
America
The Baltimore City Fire Department has voluntarily suspended its authority to train Emergency Medical Services personnel at the city fire academy. Baltimore surrenders EMS training accreditation, fire department to use outside programs - Maryland
Aug 12, 2011, 5:56:57 PM
America
It was clear during the meeting that acting fire chief Kevin Driesbach and EMS chief Janet Zaayer did not get along. Clearcreek Township fire service, EMS staying separate - Pennsylvania
Aug 12, 2011, 5:54:56 PM
America
The EMS chief spot has proven to be a political hot seat through the years, as public clashes between Collier’s fire districts and county EMS have become the norm. Collier EMS names interim chief to take over for Jeff Page - Florida
Aug 12, 2011, 5:53:53 PM
America
The requirement comes after an EMS supervisor was fired because of drug use, and another EMS employee was arrested on drunk driving charges. LMEMS employees to face random drug testing- Kentucky
Aug 12, 2011, 5:52:49 PM
America
Nezat takes over the seat after interim director Duxie Scott resigned in May. Scott resigned after the Bossier Parish Police Jury opened an investigation into Scott\'s management practices, including unauthorized pay increases of more than $50,000. Nezat named Bossier Parish EMS chief - Louisiana
Aug 12, 2011, 5:52:06 PM
America
Because of a shortage of Emergency Medical Technicians, Marion County Ambulance director Steve Smith said the county will eventually have to provide a full-time, paramedic-run ambulance service. Full-time paramedic service may become EMS\'s future - Kansas
Aug 12, 2011, 5:41:31 PM
America
CWU Gets First Ever Online Paramedics Degree Program - Washington
Aug 12, 2011, 5:39:54 PM
America
The city learned Wednesday it was awarded a three-year, multimillion federal grant to afford the nine firefighter-paramedic positions necessary to reopen and staff the fire house 24 hours a day. Shuttered Ventura fire station could reopen by year\'s end - California
Aug 12, 2011, 5:38:33 PM
America
The EMT crew, that currently numbers about 12, has lost four EMTs to retirement in the past year and has had three EMTs retire recently. Clarkfield Ambulance has urgent need for new EMTs - Minnesota
Aug 12, 2011, 5:32:13 PM
Bodily Assault Log
A paramedic suffered a half-inch cut next to his left eye from angry patient with scissors Paramedic injured while helping patient - Colorado
Aug 9, 2011, 6:26:00 PM
Criminal
The city is investigating allegations that more firefighters may have falsified records to obtain their emergency medical technician certifications, The Eagle-Tribune has learned. State, city eye more EMT fraud in fire department - Massachusetts
Aug 9, 2011, 6:24:27 PM
Criminal
The Tama County Attorney now charged Reding with Impersonating a Medical Care Provider. If convicted, Reding could face up to five years in prison and a 7,500 fine. Dysart Man Charged in Tama County for Impersonating Emergency Care Provider - Iowa
Aug 9, 2011, 6:23:41 PM
America
Increasing the level of ambulance service may be a positive move for Port Washington, but it may also carry harmful, unintended consequences for the city. Port\'s New Paramedic Service Damaging to EMT Volunteer Base? - Wisconsin
Aug 9, 2011, 6:13:20 PM
America
It is with great sadness that we think of Piners’ very high-quality emergency care service being replaced by an out-of-Napa, out-of-state business. Ambulance protests seem to have merit - California
Aug 9, 2011, 6:09:03 PM
America
Lauderdale County Commissioner Fay Parker said the only calls he has received in the past four years regarding the county’s ambulance service praised it for its dependability. County selects Lauderdale EMS service bid - Alabama
Aug 9, 2011, 6:05:20 PM
America
After more than an hour of lobbying from Westwood, Honey Brook and Washington Hose ambulance representatives, the boards formally accepted Westwood\'s plan, which was presented by John Sly, battalion chief at Westwood Fire Company. West Caln, West Brandywine pick ambulance service - Pennsylvania
Aug 9, 2011, 6:03:35 PM
America
With county reimbursements cut by 37%, taxpayers generally make up difference Unpaid rescue-call bills batter fire department budgets - Florida
Aug 9, 2011, 6:01:50 PM
Legal
Claim made against same EMT\'s involved in wrongful death suite also named in separate case. Lawyer files a second demand to city\'s insurance carrier in case of 11-year-old girl - Massachusetts
Aug 9, 2011, 6:00:19 PM
Legal
Fleury alleged in his demand letter that EMTs \"should have done more to manage the patient’s airway,\" and did not attempt to find \"an alternative airway.\" City slapped with $2 million demand in \'wrongful death\' - Massachussets
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Fiancee of man who died under EMT care recounts the incident - Massachusetts
Aug 9, 2011, 5:51:17 PM
Legal
\"More often than not a defendant and the people at the medical facility try to hide the fact that something happened,\" he says. Wrongful death lawsuit against ambulance settled for $50,000 three weeks later - Missouri
But how did a broken arm become a wrongful-death lawsuit?
Aug 6, 2011, 4:54:55 PM
America
The $11 million station features advanced technology including a security system that uses hand recognition and an automatic fire door that deploys once smoke is detected. FDNY Opens New Bronx EMS Facility - New York
Aug 6, 2011, 4:19:40 PM
America
Snohomish County\'s Boundary Review Board voted unanimously in June to approve Bothell\'s plan for the annexation. Fire District 1, the county\'s largest fire agency, stretches over much of southwestern Snohomish County. Emergency response hurdle cleared in Bothell annexation - Washington
Aug 6, 2011, 4:19:10 PM
America
A Nashville Fire Department paramedic is under fire for some heated Facebook posts about gay and lesbian firefighters. Paramedic On Leave After Homophobic Facebook Post - Tennessee
Aug 6, 2011, 4:08:21 PM
America
The village will remain with the Swiss Valley Ambulance District after a 3-2 vote Thursday by council on a resolution to withdraw from the district and begin operating its own service. Sugarcreek council votes to remain in ambulance district - Pennsylvania
Aug 6, 2011, 4:06:46 PM
America
As a 23-year veteran of Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, I take exception with the July 17 editorial, \"Cut these alarming salaries.\" Commentary: Firefighter/paramedics worth every penny - Florida
Aug 6, 2011, 4:04:46 PM
America
Santa Monica has a new emergency ambulance service provider, as the city council last week approved a new three-year contract for Carson-based Ameri-Care Ambulance and in doing so ended a seven-year relationship with Torrance-based Gerber Ambulance Service. Ameri-Care to Replace Gerber Ambulance Services in Santa Monica - California
Aug 6, 2011, 4:02:20 PM
America
It is being recommended to the Board of Supervisors to send Napa dollars out of state by allowing the current ambulance contract with Piners to lapse, and awarding the contract to Colorado-based American Medical Response (AMR). Board of Supervisors should keep Piner’s - California
Aug 6, 2011, 3:58:11 PM
America
Contract arrangements being negotiated; fee increase expected for hospital transportation, however discussion on service measurements for fire department held off. Muskego Homes Along Janesville Could See Improvements - Wisconsin
Aug 6, 2011, 3:55:36 PM
Criminal
Prosecutors had sought a second-degree murder conviction, arguing that Diaz\'s semester of training as an EMT/paramedic gave her more awareness of the dangers of drinking and driving. EMT gets 10 years in fatal DUI crash - California
Aug 6, 2011, 3:15:11 PM
Criminal
Lindberg was formerly a part-time law enforcement officer with the city of Babbitt, a civilian security officer who worked at the 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth and an on-call EMT/firefighter with the Carlton Fire Department. Man sentenced for strangulation assault of girlfriend - Minnesota
Aug 6, 2011, 3:14:07 PM
Human Interest
The American flag now sways gently in the wind at the Northwest Rural Emergency Medical Services on Quinn Road in Tomball, thanks to the efforts of Boy Scout Hunter Thompson, from Troop 902. Scout builds flag pole for EMS - Texas
Aug 6, 2011, 3:06:14 PM
Human Interest
Paramedic tells how he saved girl from Norfolk beach cave-in - Connecticut
Aug 6, 2011, 3:05:55 PM
World
Report states that the department of health and family welfare failed to specify the exact nature of ambulances required in advance, leading to the cancellation of the contract with Fortis Hospitals - that was supposed to provide 150 ambulances - and 31 factory-built ambulances were purchased later at much higher rates. Public funds wasted on equipment not needed - India
Aug 6, 2011, 12:59:32 PM
World
Privatize amublances, break cycle of failure by the government - Guam
Aug 6, 2011, 12:01:13 PM
America
The NBC2 Investigators have learned one of Southwest Florida\'s largest fire districts wants to streamline patient care by eliminating the need for an ambulance. Fire district wants its own ambulance service - Florida
Aug 5, 2011, 4:10:18 PM
America
Holton said by the time the firefighters and paramedics arrived at the scene, the mob was already in full swing. Mob Attacks Man, Firefighters After Child Hit - Wisconsin
Aug 5, 2011, 1:00:31 PM
America
The owner of a Helena-based ambulance service said he will operate his service in Billings and is continuing to hire staff even if the city rejects his application for an ambulance business license. Helena-based ambulance service plans to expand service in Billings - Montana
Aug 5, 2011, 12:13:00 PM
America
Cleveland City Hall predicted it and now it\'s happening. Response times for ambulance rides doubles as Huron Hospital packs up - Ohio
Aug 5, 2011, 12:12:34 PM
America
The Board of Finance is considering creating a separate ambulance fund in the town budget that will help manage the money better and allow the town to save for equipment. Separate ambulance fund would reduce burden on town - Connecticut
Aug 5, 2011, 12:12:14 PM
Criminal
The bullet hole is in the chopper\'s underside or belly -- the rear of the fuselage, just under the rear doors. MedFlight Finds Bullet Hole In Helicopter Belly - Ohio
Aug 5, 2011, 12:05:37 PM
Criminal
Health care fraud and violations of the anti-kickback statute arising from a scheme to unlawfully bill federal health care programs for ambulance transport. State and Federal Investigation Leads to Houston Area Health Care Fraud Arrest - Texas
Aug 5, 2011, 12:05:36 PM
Canada
A critically ill patient has been killed in the crash of an ambulance and a van south of Prince George, B.C. Patient dies as ambulance and van collide in B.C. - Canada
Aug 5, 2011, 12:05:31 PM
Canada
Brennan was appointed as the head of Winnipeg\'s emergency services in 2007, after 30 years as a paramedic. Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Chief Retiring - Canada
Aug 5, 2011, 12:05:30 PM
World
The Emergency Medical Transport Service of the National Rural Health Mission could get functional soon. NRHM\'s ambulance project likelyto hit road by September end - India
Aug 5, 2011, 12:05:11 PM
Human Interest
Quick thinking and teamwork from Radnor firefighters and EMTs helped to save the 12-year-old Logan Schweiter’s Unsung Heroes - Pennsylvania
Aug 5, 2011, 12:00:37 PM
Job Listings
Florida, Georgia, or South Carolina: EMT\'s and RN\'s
Aug 4, 2011, 8:12:38 PM
Job Listings
California: EMS Specialist
Aug 4, 2011, 8:12:12 PM
Job Listings
California: RN for EMS Quality Improvement-Trauma Coordinator
Aug 4, 2011, 8:11:49 PM
Job Listings
Idaho: Paramedic
Aug 4, 2011, 8:10:12 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
A passenger van and a Newberg ambulance collided in Beaverton Thursday afternoon, causing congestion in the area. Van, ambulance collision in Beaverton send several to hospital - Oregon
Aug 4, 2011, 7:49:12 PM
Criminal
The hits just keep coming for McCreary officials with news of another burglary of county property. McCreary EMS burglarized - Kentucky
Aug 4, 2011, 7:48:06 PM
Criminal
According to police, an ambulance driver was busy bringing a patient into the emergency room when a thief stole the ambulance. Thief Steals Jan-Care Ambulance at Local Hospital - West Virginia
Aug 4, 2011, 7:47:05 PM
Legal
Michael Sommerville, a St. Charles County Ambulance District board member, and his campaign committee face a fine of up to $3,000 for failing to disclose some campaign donations on time. Ambulance board member fined for failing to report donations on time - Missouri
Aug 4, 2011, 7:32:50 PM
Legal
Tuesday night\'s vote was the latest in Cabell County\'s ongoing pursuit of land for an ambulance station. Emergency officials are searching for virtually donated land as a way to provide quicker response times for emergencies between Huntington and Ona. Barboursville blocks use of brickyard property for ambulance station - West Virginia
Aug 4, 2011, 7:31:41 PM
Awards-Honors
Ken Wilson helped run a makeshift medical clinic in the back of a school bus, boiling in the 95-degree swelter of an embattled Haitian province outside Port Au Prince, helping 150 patients in one day with ailments from scrapes to strokes. Firefighter vet state’s top EMT - Georgia
Aug 4, 2011, 7:30:13 PM
America
A city spokeswoman said three vehicles were kept out of service Monday using a practice known as brownouts. She added that brownouts will continue on an as-needed basis as the financially strapped city attempts to address its debts to prevent a takeover by the state Taxation Department. North Las Vegas Fire Department begins brownouts - Nevada
Aug 4, 2011, 7:28:41 PM
America
Allegan Township board members unanimously approved an increase in the upcoming fourth and fifth years of the township’s contract with ambulance service Life EMS. Allegan Twp. passes increase to EMS contract - Michigan
Aug 4, 2011, 7:28:11 PM
America
An EMS levy will be on the ballot in November, but there seems to be some confusion. KIMA wanted to break it down so you know exactly what services this will continue as well as what will be taken away, if it fails. Yakima County EMS Levy - Washington
Aug 4, 2011, 7:27:30 PM
America
The final protest hearing - which saw participation from Piner\'s of Napa, Medic of Solano and American Medical Response of Colorado - allowed all sides to present their case to Frank DeMarco, a retired county counsel from Siskiyou County who has been designated as Napa County\'s disinterested hearing officer. Ambulance franchise future rests with hearing officer - California
Aug 4, 2011, 7:25:26 PM
America
West Side Community Ambulance may put a third unit into service - at least on a half-time basis - to help ease the load on crews who officials say are constantly on the move to cover other areas, often Los Banos. District may put third ambulance on duty - California
Aug 4, 2011, 7:24:38 PM
America
Officials: Ambulance service saves lives, money with full-time paramedics - Minnesota
“It hits you hard when you lose someone you’re fighting hard to save,” Jensen said. “It just makes it a little better knowing that you’re putting in more effort by having a paramedic who can do a lot more for the patient.”
Aug 4, 2011, 7:19:41 PM
America
Being able to get a quick diagnosis will save time, Sather says, especially in rural North Dakota, allowing time to call an air ambulance and then either route patients directly to a hospital that does angioplasty or send word ahead to a smaller, rural hospital where initial treatment can begin. New Life-Saving Equipment Coming to Ambulances - North Dakota
Aug 4, 2011, 7:18:20 PM
Photos
Wantagh-Levittown Volunteer Ambulance Corps Participates in National Night Out - New York
Aug 4, 2011, 7:00:34 PM
World
Sudan threatened to shoot at a UN helicopter seeking to take three injured Ethiopian peacekeepers for medical treatment from Abyei, the UN belatedly to the Press on Thursday in response to a follow-up question. The three peacekeepers died. Sudan Threatened to Shoot UN Medical Helicopter in Abyei, UN Belatedly Admits
Aug 4, 2011, 6:25:56 PM
Legal
City, Emergency Medical Transport head to court - Ohio
Massillon-based Emergency Medical Transport, owned by Ken Joseph, claims the city violated the terms of a settlement reached in another lawsuit filed against the city in 2007.
Aug 3, 2011, 9:26:45 PM
Legal
\"His statement was he took it for training purposes,\" says Cook. EMS Workers In Trouble Over Facebook Posting - Tennessee
Aug 3, 2011, 8:43:21 PM
Legal
A different portrait of Heffner is drawn in a breach-of-contract lawsuit that Rural/Metro filed against him in October and then withdrew days later. Ambulance whistle-blower has own issues - CaliforniaAmbulance whistle-blower has own issues - California
Aug 3, 2011, 8:39:28 PM
Criminal
The conversations weren\'t about anything in particular. Woman Arrested For Calling 911 2000+ Times In One Month - California
Aug 3, 2011, 8:37:43 PM
Criminal
Police said the 1991 model red and white retired ambulance was privately owned by a Louisville man who said he was using it to take injured animals to an animal hospital. Man Accused Of Improperly Using Ambulance Lights, Sirens - Kentucky
Aug 3, 2011, 8:36:21 PM
Criminal
A Cleveland County paramedic faces an impaired driving charge after state troopers say he drove past a stop sign and slammed into an oncoming car Saturday. Cleveland County paramedic charged with DWI in head-on crash - North Carolina
Aug 3, 2011, 8:35:26 PM
Job Listings
The City of Baytown\'s Health/EMS Services is currently looking for candidates to fill an open paramedic position. Texas: Paramedic (Baytown)
Aug 3, 2011, 8:32:15 PM
America
A panel of state Appellate Division judges finally released the decision Wednesday, about a week after it was expected. City allowed to continue running ambulance services, for now - New York
Aug 3, 2011, 8:30:05 PM
America
The decision to shutter Rockingham Ambulance Inc. is causing immediate concern for town officials, where it’s the only contracted ambulance service for the town of 3,900 people. Rockingham Ambulance closure leaves Candia in lurch - New Hampshire
Aug 3, 2011, 8:24:47 PM
America
Vital Care EMS ceased to be the county\'s emergency medical services provider at midnight Sunday, and American Medical Response began its one-year contract as the county\'s EMS provider. Ambulance changeover \'smooth\' - Georgia
Aug 3, 2011, 8:24:31 PM
America
The state Emergency Medical Services Review Board (EMRSB) proposed an order for the Preston Ambulance to agree to allegations that it has not sufficiently provided emergency medical service coverage and comply with its conditions, or risk suspension of its licensure. Preston Ambulance Service will defend its improving service record - Minnesota
Aug 3, 2011, 8:23:05 PM
America
As of July 23, MedStar had responded to 169 heat calls. That\'s nearly 40 percent more than last year. The Tarrant County Health Department reports 52 hospital ER visits for heat. Tarrant County emergency heat calls rising with temperature - Texas
Aug 3, 2011, 8:21:55 PM
America
East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System has named Ron Schwartz as the new vice president/chief operating officer for ETMC EMS. ETMC names new vice president for EMS - Texas
Aug 3, 2011, 8:20:45 PM
America
Bill Blake says his wife needed an ambulance a few weeks ago. One came to his house from the EMS station about 12 minutes away in Ona. He says he\'d feel better knowing Barboursville had its own station. Debate Resumes Over Barboursville Ambulance Station - West Virginia
Aug 3, 2011, 8:19:32 PM
America
City officials are sifting through a 200-plus page study completed by the Emergency Services Consulting International, which evaluated a possible merger of the two departments. Possible Merger Of HFD, EMS Raises Questions - Hawaii
Aug 3, 2011, 8:17:56 PM
America
One of New Hampshire\'s largest ambulance services is shutting down, putting more than 160 people out of work. Budget cuts prompt end of NH ambulance service - New Hampshire
Aug 3, 2011, 8:17:08 PM
World
Ambulance Crash Log
An an Air Evac helicopter hit a power line on its way back from picking up a patient in a car accident. Three in hospital after Air Evac helicopter hits power line - Tennessee
Aug 1, 2011, 9:12:09 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
Medical helicopter responding to wreck hits power lines in Polk County - Tennessee
Aug 1, 2011, 9:10:05 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
An ambulance was headed south with a paramedic tending a patient in the back around 3:15 a.m. when an oncoming van crossed the centerline. Head on crash between ambulance and van on U.S. 101 sends six to hospital - Oregon
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Aug 1, 2011, 9:06:12 PM
Criminal
A 38-year-old Downey man who commandeered an ambulance, crashed into a Boyle Heights church, barricaded himself inside and then was fatally shot by Los Angeles police was identified today by the coroner\'s office. Downey man who allegedly stole ambulance fatally shot by police - California
Aug 1, 2011, 8:33:59 PM
Human Interest
An off duty paramedic is credited with saving the life of a burning man Monday morning after his truck burst into flames while he was driving. Paramedic pulls two out of burning truck; evacuates apartment - California
Aug 1, 2011, 8:32:59 PM
America
\"We should not have to wait until a nurse, doctor or EMT or patient is seriously injured or killed before something is done,\" Sandoval recalled telling her bosses, who later installed an armed officer in the emergency room. Surveys find widespread violence against nurses and other hospital caregivers - California
Aug 1, 2011, 8:30:17 PM
America
Rockingham Ambulance is one of the oldest and largest ambulance services in the state, but 164 employees were told Monday morning that it will be closing down. Rockingham Ambulance Shutting Down - New Hampshire
Aug 1, 2011, 8:25:02 PM
America
This comes after the agency\'s decade-old partner, Sumter County, decided earlier this year to hire Rural/Metro, a private company, to provide its emergency medical and ambulance services. Hundreds of Lake EMS employees told their company will dissolve on Oct. 1 - Florida
Aug 1, 2011, 8:22:29 PM
America
Dunn County Emergency Manager Denise Brew agreed, adding with an increase in population the number and types of calls ambulance teams are responding to have really changed. Ambulance teams see more trauma out west - North Dakota
Aug 1, 2011, 8:18:34 PM
America
Huffman’s new emergency medical services provider strives to be a member of the community for which it has a contract to care. NorthStar EMS expands to Huffman; reaches out to community - Texas
Aug 1, 2011, 8:17:40 PM
America
Pigott said winds could top 60 miles-per-hour, downing trees as it whips through the area and causing power outages. Storm knocks out power to 5,500 in Westchester, medical helicopter forced to land in Rockland - New York
Aug 1, 2011, 8:14:48 PM
ER /Hospital
Acute-care hospitals to see higher Medicare payments
Aug 1, 2011, 8:09:21 PM
Canada
Medavie EMS Group, the parent company of Island EMS, sent a memo to its staff on Feb. 9, 2009 informing them of a new vehicle operation code Arbitration board refuses to put brakes on Island EMS speed policy - Canada
Aug 1, 2011, 8:08:12 PM
Bodily Assault Log
Upon arrival at CMC, Lackawanna Ambulance medic John Zaruta was giving a report to emergency room nurse Chris Tyrell when Kitch “jumped up off of the stretcher, and went after Zaruta.” Man attacked three EMS workers - Pennsylvania
Jul 31, 2011, 9:21:25 PM
Criminal
Police say a man just released from a Los Angeles jail commandeered an ambulance, crashed into a church, barricaded himself inside and began a standoff that left a police officer stabbed and the man injured. LA officer stabbed, suspected ambulance thief hurt - California
Jul 31, 2011, 9:19:17 PM
Features
I certainly understand a local company not having a chance competing against a nationwide company who has been through this process hundreds of times. Just because they can do well on the test does not mean they are our best choice.\ Why must we have a monopoly on emergency services - California
Jul 31, 2011, 9:18:00 PM
Human Interest
For a split second Troy Granata remembers being \"overwhelmed\" that day in February 2010, but being shell-shocked was not an option for this Highlands County Emergency Medical Services acting supervisor, who was working when a bus ride turned horribly bad for many of its passengers. Paramedic has vivid memory of tragic bus accident - Florida
Jul 31, 2011, 9:17:06 PM
America
Riverside County\'s emergency dispatch system treats all 911 calls as life-threatening emergencies and deploys firefighters and ambulances, a practice that emergency providers call potentially wasteful and dangerous. Emergency dispatching to be reviewed - California
Jul 31, 2011, 9:16:09 PM
America
Tonight at midnight, Coweta County\'s emergency medical services provider will switch from Vital Care to AMR, American Medical Response. Coweta Coweta emergency services changeover takes place at midnight - Georgia
Jul 31, 2011, 9:15:13 PM
America
Emergency medical services in York County want a connection to the 911 Center\'s computer-aided dispatch system. York County EMS seeks more accurate way to track response times - Pennsylvania
Jul 31, 2011, 9:13:52 PM
America
Last week it took paramedics 45 minutes to get to a boy who had fallen from a horse about two miles north of Wood River. Lack of EMT volunteers a problem for rural departments - Nebraska
Jul 31, 2011, 9:13:04 PM
America
Dunn County Emergency Manager Denise Brew agreed, adding with an increase in population the number and types of calls ambulance teams are responding to have really changed. Area EMS crews feel strain - North Dakota
Jul 31, 2011, 9:12:13 PM
Criminal
Whitemarsh police officer is being charged with theft after he allegedly stole narcotics from the Plymouth Ambulance Squad. Whitemarsh Policeman Charged With Drug Theft - Pennsylvania
Jul 30, 2011, 7:36:13 PM
Criminal
District firefighters have been deployed to street corners to help protect high-crime neighborhoods. Thieves swipe uniform, vehicle from city firehouse - Washington DC
Jul 30, 2011, 7:35:18 PM
Criminal
The 43-year-old man, jailed on a misdemeanor vehicle burglary charge, is a suspect in two other ambulance burglaries in Denton this month and similar cases in at least two other cities, Lewisville and Coppell, said Ryan Grelle, a spokesman for the Denton Police Department. Police arrest suspect in ambulance burglary - Texas
Jul 30, 2011, 7:33:01 PM
Criminal
Gina Stucchi has been on unpaid leave since her first arrest in June and last Friday was picked up police in Framingham on cocaine charges. Holliston EMT on Leave Arrested Again - Massachusetts
Jul 30, 2011, 7:30:40 PM
Criminal
Daniel Trey Horne, 23, of the 4900 block of Autry Highway in Autryville, was arrested July 15 by Fayetteville police and charged with a felony count of being unlawfully on the hospital premise. Convicted sex offender posed as paramedic, Cape Fear Valley Medical Center says - North Carolina
Jul 30, 2011, 7:28:00 PM
Legal
The suit filed in U.S. District Court in Kansas City seeks class-action status for former and current city employees who work as emergency medical technicians and paramedics. Lawsuit challenges KC policy on overtime pay - Missouri
Jul 30, 2011, 7:26:27 PM
Legal
Ford was terminated by certified letter following a three-day suspension with pay for allowing a non-county employee and state licensed EMT to drive an ambulance on a cardiac run from Sacred Heart on the Gulf to Bay Medical Center. Gulf commissioners, public debate EMS termination - Florida
Jul 30, 2011, 7:24:29 PM
America
Hundreds of millions in federal funds are at risk and years of planning are scrapped over concerns that the project\'s nearly completed contract violates state rules on how it must be structured and awarded. L.A. County starting over on emergency communications system - California
Jul 30, 2011, 7:23:25 PM
America
The Santa Rosa County Commission voted unanimously Thursday to extend Lifeguard Ambulance\'s contract for 10 years. Santa Rosa ambulance contract extended - Florida
Jul 30, 2011, 7:21:44 PM
America
Martin’s Corner Ambulance will no longer be in service as of Saturday and three companies have submitted proposals to cover the two municipalities. Decision on new ambulance service coming soon - Pennsylvania
Jul 30, 2011, 7:13:53 PM
America
With both protests in Napa’s contentious ambulance franchise process bound for a hearing with an arbiter, county officials are bolstering their decision to stick with their original recommendation. County explains dismissing protests over ambulance bids - California
Jul 30, 2011, 7:13:02 PM
America
At one point it states there were more EMS personnel at the smaller Altavista Uncle Billy\'s Day event. Report Critical of Lynchburg Air Show - Virginia
Jul 30, 2011, 7:12:44 PM
ER /Hospital
As Friday night’s storm raged through Brick, power was lost at the Ocean Medical Center, forcing it to switch to standby electric generators until about 11:45 p.m., officials said. Brick hospital on standby power Friday night; ambulances diverted - New Jersey
Jul 30, 2011, 7:10:18 PM
Canada
After landing in Ile-a-la-Crosse, the first challenge on this muggy afternoon presents itself to the Saskatchewan Air Ambulance team: Lifting the 35-year-old rollover victim, a hulking six-foot tall man, safely on to the plane. The emergency room in the sky - Canada
Jul 30, 2011, 7:05:34 PM
Awards-Honors
The National EMS Management Association recently selected Leon County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief Tom Quillin as EMS Executive of the Year. He will be honored for his outstanding performance as an EMS manager Wednesday, Aug. 31, at the EMS World Expo in Las Vegas. EMS Chief Wins National Award - Florida
Jul 30, 2011, 7:02:58 PM
Awards-Honors
Island EMT colleagues to select the Martha\'s Vineyard Regional High School chemistry teacher as the Island\'s EMT of the Year. Matt Montanile recognized by EMT peers on Martha\'s Vineyard - Massachusetts
Jul 30, 2011, 7:01:47 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
Police say two trucks collided Wednesday evening, leading to major traffic delays along Lens Creek Road. Person Killed in Accident Involving Ambulance - West Virginia
Jul 28, 2011, 8:21:45 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
The accident occurred at 6:50 p.m. at Clubhouse and Lakehurst roads when Zukowski drove his car from Clubhouse Road into the path of a Virtua paramedic SUV that was traveling west on Lakehurst Road, police said. Pemberton Township man flown to trauma center after accident with responding paramedics - Pennsylvania
Jul 28, 2011, 8:19:52 PM
Criminal
A deaf woman who answered an ad on Craigslist was raped in a Northborough motel room, police said. Police: Deaf Woman Raped By EMT - Massachusetts
Jul 28, 2011, 8:18:54 PM
Bodily Assault Log
A city police officer working extra duty at CMC intervened and had to threaten to use his Taser before Mr. Kitch calmed down and could be restrained, the complaint said. Police: Scranton man taken to CMC attacked EMT, nurse, ER tech - Pennsylvania
Jul 28, 2011, 8:17:08 PM
Awards-Honors
The Spring Lake Park teams were from the school’s Opportunities in Emergency Care magnet program. One of the Spring Lake Park teams placed first in the youth division. The other team placed fourth in the adult division. Spring Lake Park High School EMT Team Wins World Championship - Minnesota
Jul 28, 2011, 8:15:03 PM
Human Interest
Collier County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Chief Jeff Page today announced his retirement from EMS, effective September 3. Page recently achieved his 30 year anniversary date with the county and submitted his resignation letter to County Manager Leo Ochs. EMS Chief Jeff Paige announces his retirement = Florida
Jul 28, 2011, 8:13:52 PM
America
In Lycoming County, some public officials are concerned that some areas are not using the closest paramedic units. Officials Concerned Medics Can be Too Far Away - Pennsylvania
Jul 28, 2011, 8:11:45 PM
America
In the San Francisco Bay area, a new rehabilitation program is creating a pipeline from juvenile detention into public health careers. In a first of its kind initiative, a county health department is brokering a deal with its ambulance company to hire graduates of an EMT training program, a program that now includes former youth offenders. County Tries Turning Juvenile Offenders Into EMTs - California
Jul 28, 2011, 8:06:56 PM
America
The department has always provided basic Emergency Medical Service care, but until recently would always rely on Franklin and Greenfield to provide paramedic services. Greendale Fire Department Paramedics - Wisconsin
Jul 28, 2011, 8:00:12 PM
America
The new change, which took effect July 1, is a result of EMS Regional direction, not the hospital’s, Widlund said. Ambulance ride does not guarantee prompt treatment - California
The new policy requires transferring the patients to the waiting room if they do not arrive with a normal age-appropriate emergency, Widlund said.
Jul 28, 2011, 7:57:46 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
It\'s been one year since a LifeNet medical helicopter crash in Midtown. Thursday, a special ceremony will happen at the site of the crash to remember the three people killed. Tucson to remember fatal helicopter crash with ceremony - Arizona
Jul 28, 2011, 7:10:16 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
Police charged a local ambulance driver in connection with a crash over the weekend. Ambulance Driver Charged After Wreck - North Carolina
Jul 27, 2011, 12:49:09 AM
Ambulance Crash Log
The ambulance was traveling east on U.S. 17 with its emergency lights and sirens on and a patient onboard along with two paramedics, Gary Smith, 30, of New Bern, and Randolph Dunlap, 30, of Richlands. Ambulance, SUV collide in New Bern - North Carolina
Jul 27, 2011, 12:46:18 AM
America
A Shelby County EMT was disciplined for working with an inactive license for almost 2 years. The county said no patients were at risk, but the paperwork tells a different story. Shelby County EMT on the Job with Expired License - Tennessee
Jul 27, 2011, 12:44:52 AM
Human Interest
To help save the lives of seriously injured hikers in Alaska after a grizzly bear attack, Westport teen Samuel Boas recalled training he had received from Westport Emergency Medical Service — news that Marc Hartog was happy to hear. Westport EMS Training Helps Teen After Bear Attack - Connecticut
Jul 27, 2011, 12:43:09 AM
America
Local officials have been unable to resolve protests filed by two unsuccessful applicants in the county\'s ongoing ambulance bidding process, meaning the fate of the complaints now rests in the hands of a third-party hearing officer. Ambulance bid protests head to hearing officer - California
Jul 27, 2011, 12:40:45 AM
America
Two, 5-year fire and ambulance service contracts were approved by the Town and Country Board of Aldermen Monday night, but the meeting started off with concern from an alderman about previous comments not being included in board minutes. New Fire, Ambulance Contract to Save Town and Country Millions - Missouri
Jul 27, 2011, 12:38:15 AM
America
“It’s been three years since my son was in an accident, and the ambulance couldn’t find the street, so a lot of time was killed because several streets don’t have names and finally my son died,” said Delia Santos of Montana Vista through a translator. Emergency Responders Can\'t Find Homes In El Paso County - Texas
Jul 27, 2011, 12:37:30 AM
America
Although the move came amid renewed controversy over the cost of paramedic services in San Rafael, a civic watchdog said he will support the tax measures this time around. Paramedic tax plans headed for November ballot - California
Jul 27, 2011, 12:36:11 AM
Human Interest
Winching down the sheer cliff face of Mt Tibrogargan at a 70degree angle was paramedic Jeff Bradfield\'s most challenging rescue yet. Paramedic in amazing cliff rescue - Australia
Jul 27, 2011, 12:34:57 AM
Criminal
A medical helicopter pilot who reported being targeted by a laser said he shut one eye because he worried he might go blind in the other. CareFlite Pilot Describes Laser Hit - Texas
Jul 27, 2011, 12:32:40 AM
Awards-Honors
The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians recently announced that Sussex County Emergency Medical Services is the 2011 winner of the Dick Ferneau Paid EMS Service of the Year award, to be presented at the end of August in Las Vegas. Sussex County paramedics earn award as top paid EMS service of the the year for United States - Delaware
Jul 27, 2011, 12:30:33 AM
Awards-Honors
The team came in first place in a district competition, and were awarded the Bennie Rice Memorial award. Stuarts Draft EMT Team Honored - Virginia
Jul 27, 2011, 12:27:18 AM
Features
Highly Recommended Reading. Trial-by-Fire: Training New Medical School Students as EMTs - New York
One way to cultivate better people skills is to give medical students more hands-on experience with patients as well as by having them interact with other medical professionals in a team-based setting. Hofstra\'s first year medical students must also become licensed EMTs and ride with North Shore ambulance teams in Long Island and New York City.
Jul 25, 2011, 2:56:06 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
Squad\'s collision with car a reminder - Virginia
Jul 25, 2011, 5:13:57 PM
America
On Sunday, local fire departments and emergency medical crews across New York had to man their stations for much of the day due to phone problems. Phones and Emergency Services Back On-Line - Neww York
Jul 25, 2011, 5:01:47 PM
America
Thurman EMS head asks town to reconsider contract move - New York
Jul 25, 2011, 4:58:35 PM
America
\"I guess I need to switch parties to work in this Borough,\" Antonio said at last Tuesday\'s Mayor and Council meeting. Democrat Accuses Council of Politicizing Ambulance Job - New Jersey
Jul 25, 2011, 4:30:38 PM
America
Three local ambulance companies have submitted proposals to cover West Brandywine and West Caln after Martin\'s Corner stops running its ambulance service July 30. Officials review ambulance service choices - Pennsylvania
Jul 25, 2011, 4:29:06 PM
America
Faced with declining revenues, the Chester Ambulance Corps will have to change the way it operates, said town and EMS officials. Chester EMS takes revenue hit - New York
Jul 25, 2011, 4:27:55 PM
America
Lifeguard has a better than 94 percent success rate at meeting the county\'s urban and rural response time requirements. Lifeguard Ambulance seeks contract extension with Santa Rosa - California
Jul 25, 2011, 4:26:55 PM
Legal
Collier County Emergency Medical Services officials are continuing to investigate a Medflight pilot accused of standing outside his running helicopter, but he was taken off administrative leave Monday. Whistleblower EMS pilot off administrative leave; investigation continues - Florida
Jul 25, 2011, 4:26:31 PM
Legal
A Coles County nurse claims his knee was hurt by a gurney and is suing the paramedic he says is to blame. Nurse claims paramedic caused injuries during patient pick-up - Wisconsin
Jul 25, 2011, 4:26:30 PM
Awards-Honors
Twenty years ago, executives from rival hospitals realized operating competing ambulance services wasn\'t in the community\'s best interests. Gold Cross Ambulance partnership marks 20 years in Fox Cities - Wisconsin
Jul 25, 2011, 4:25:34 PM
Criminal
Arraignment delayed for men charged in beating paramedic - California
Jul 25, 2011, 4:00:54 PM
Criminal
Someone threw rocks at an ambulance transporting a patient through the Camas area, causing major damage. Rock throwers take \'chunk\' out of Camas ambulance - Washington
Jul 25, 2011, 4:00:02 PM
Medevac
Mercy Flight talks about the preparation and tolls of three recent crashes - New York
Jul 25, 2011, 3:56:29 PM
Obits/Services
Robert E. Philipps - Illinois
Jul 25, 2011, 2:10:15 PM
America
EMS faces challenges with CPR protocol - Pennsylvania
Jul 24, 2011, 3:05:20 PM
America
San Rafael School has been proposed as a temporary home for the fire crew from Station 39, according to Pasadena Fire Chief Dennis Downs. PUSD and City Hall open fire station talks - California
Jul 24, 2011, 1:54:00 PM
America
The future of emergency response in St. George remains uncertain as Dixie Ambulance and Gold Cross Ambulance prepare to battle for the area\'s sole ambulance license. Companies vie for ambulance license - Utah
Jul 24, 2011, 1:48:59 PM
America
For a while on the morning of May 16, only one staffed ambulance - in Princeton - was available to respond to a medical emergency in Johnston County. More than a dozen others were busy handling other calls. EMS leaders say Johnston County needs more ambulances - North Carolina
Jul 24, 2011, 1:46:10 PM
World
Ambulance workers take photos of birth, arrested - India
Jul 24, 2011, 1:45:48 PM
Criminal
While firefighters battled a blaze in west Phoenix Sunday morning, a thief stole an ambulance and wreaked havoc on cars and property, officials said. Stolen ambulance wreaked havoc on cars and property - Arizona
Jul 24, 2011, 1:43:48 PM
Legal
A former Stow firefighter/paramedic is challenging his firing in 2009 after he lost his right eye in a Fourth of July fireworks accident. Rorrer has worked as a part-time firefighter/paramedic for the last 13 years at the Tallmadge Fire Department. Firefighter sues chief, city of Stow - Ohio
Jul 24, 2011, 1:43:00 PM
Job Listings
Arkansas: EMT Basic
Jul 24, 2011, 1:42:42 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
A Los Angeles Fire Department ambulance and a Los Angeles Police Department cruiser collided Friday. LAPD squad car, ambulance collide; 2 hospitalized - California
Jul 23, 2011, 1:35:40 PM
Awards-Honors
Snelling received the fire department’s prestigious meritorious service ribbon award for 15 years of outstanding service, exemplary and highly unusual accomplishments for the overall betterment of the department. EMS Chief Honored for Outstanding Service - Florida
Jul 23, 2011, 6:54:01 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
The patient, from Perry County, was taken to Central Baptist in another ambulance. Ambulance hits SUV taking patient to hospital - Kentucky
Jul 23, 2011, 6:46:12 PM
America
MetroCare says rural pullback just rumor - Texas
Jul 23, 2011, 6:45:50 PM
America
Jon Rosenlund, Hall County emergency manager, said the 911 emergency dispatchers followed procedure, but the problem may lie with not enough trained medical personnel on rural volunteer fire departments. Boy OK after long wait for ambulance- Nebraska
Jul 23, 2011, 2:02:08 PM
Photos
Pilot PJ Hunt made a tricky \"toe-in landing\" with a helicopter skid touching the ground and the rotor still turning to keep the craft level to let a paramedic from the sheriff\'s office get out of the helicopter and reach Yearm Helicopter pilot from Oregon firm helps rescue man off mountain - Colorado
Jul 23, 2011, 1:43:07 PM
Legal
Emails obtained by the Daily News show Mark Holmes, 53, an EMS paramedic and pilot for 13 years, was placed on paid leave by Jeff Page, chief of Collier Emergency Services — against the recommendation of Deputy County Attorney Scott Teach - hours before Holmes was to work as the EMS pilot Friday night. Collier medical pilot who won whistleblower lawsuit placed on leave - Florida
Jul 23, 2011, 1:43:06 PM
Canada
New Brunswick is taking steps to prepare the provincial ambulance system for the use of advanced-care paramedics - a move that would fulfil an important recommendation from the provincial trauma report. N.B. close to paramedic breakthrough - Canada
Jul 23, 2011, 1:00:11 PM
Obits/Services
Jason Andrew Parker - Texas
Jul 23, 2011, 12:57:45 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
The paramedic involved, Maj. Roger Parvin, was driving one of the Metro EMS sports utility vehicles, known as a fly car, but was not responding to a run, said Dr. Neal Richmond, head of the department. EMS worker involved in crash on I-65 ramp is identified - Kentucky
Jul 22, 2011, 11:37:52 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
According to police, the driver of the ambulance admitted the sun was in her eyes, and she didn\'t notice the traffic light had turned red. Police: ambulance driver causes crash sending three to the hospital - Kentucky
Jul 22, 2011, 11:37:51 PM
Criminal
County officials believe the \"SICK\" roster was used to work out the use of sick days weeks or months ahead. Second county firefighter terminated for sick-leave abuse- Nevada
Jul 22, 2011, 11:36:43 PM
Criminal
The emails showed some firefighters asking for sick days months ahead. That revelation led to Metro Police and FBI investigations. Sources say the ongoing investigations includes poring over 2 million firefighter emails spanning several years. Under microscope, county firefighters taking less sick leave - Nevada
Jul 22, 2011, 11:35:11 PM
Criminal
Protecting the most vulnerable members of an organization by demanding the facts before rushing to judgment is a true leader\'s most basic responsibility. Mayor, fire chief leap to judgment on EMT cheating - Maryland
Jul 22, 2011, 11:33:57 PM
Criminal
WBAL reported earlier this week that the academy\'s EMS training program was suspended pending the outcome of a cheating investigation. EMS Instructors Put On Administrative Leave - Maryland
Jul 22, 2011, 11:32:47 PM
Criminal
Recently, the Lewisville and Coppell fire departments each had equipment stolen from their ambulances. The Lewisville Police Department is investigating the thefts. Medical equipment stolen from ambulances - Texas
Jul 22, 2011, 11:31:25 PM
America
Riverside County Supervisor Bob Buster next week will ask fellow board members to support a proposal for computerizing 911 functions in the county to save time in emergencies and cut down on diverting resources to \"band-aid\'\' calls. Local Supervisor Seeks To Improve 911 Efficiency - California
Jul 22, 2011, 11:30:53 PM
America
According to Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services , a 21-year-old woman needed an ambulance 22 times in six weeks. Between April 2010 and March of this year, paramedics drove the same ten people to the hospital 831 times. Programs help repeat ambulance riders - Texas
Jul 22, 2011, 11:25:51 PM
America
Richland County EMS workers are certainly some of the unlucky few. They\'ve seen a steady increase in the number of heat related calls this summer. EMS Workers See Increase In Heat Calls - South Carolina
Jul 22, 2011, 11:15:20 PM
Medevac
The Grand Landing of Intermountain Healthcare’s new Life Flight helicopter was held Thursday, July 21. The new craft landed on the helipad on the north side of the Dixie Regional Medical Center River Road Campus near the emergency room entrance. New Life Flight Helicopter Serves St. George Area Read more: KCSG Television - New Life Flight Helicopter Serves St George Area - Utah
Jul 22, 2011, 11:00:40 PM
Medevac
When it comes to the use of medical helicopters in New Jersey, the State Police had tried to virtually eliminate any competition from private industry. In fact, it took a lawsuit against the state of New Jersey to even allow the licensing of private medical helicopters for the transportation of emergency victims. Time to eliminate NJ\'s medical helicopter fleet - New Jersey
Jul 22, 2011, 11:00:23 PM
Human Interest
Throughout the year, personnel from Fort Lauderdale Fire-Rescue perform basic fire safety demonstrations to various groups. But it was a visit to Kids In Distress Inc. in Wilton Manors that had acting Lt. Joshua Wells thinking there was more to be done. Local paramedic stocking up on school supplies - Florida
Jul 22, 2011, 10:40:08 PM
World
The ambulance was travelling along Beelbi Creek Road at Toogoom when timber from another vehicle came loose. Paramedic injured after timber spears ambulance - Australia
Jul 22, 2011, 10:04:25 PM
World
KwaZulu-Natal Health MEC Sibongiseni Dhlomo has called on community leaders to help stop the killing of ambulance attendants following a rise in the hijacking and killing of attendants. Stop killing ambulance attendants - South Africa
Jul 22, 2011, 10:03:28 PM
Bodily Assault Log
Driver in crash booked for attempted attack on EMT - Kansas
Jul 21, 2011, 7:17:20 PM
Criminal
Pitt student charged with aiming laser at medical helicopters - Pennsylvania
Jul 21, 2011, 7:16:29 PM
Criminal
EMT cheating scandal: Another black eye for Baltimore - Massachusetts
Jul 21, 2011, 7:15:24 PM
Medevac
Twice he survived thanks to medical helicopter - Virginia
Jul 21, 2011, 7:12:51 PM
Medevac
Emergency helicopter service to start at McAllen Medical Center - Texas
Jul 21, 2011, 7:12:04 PM
ER /Hospital
Banner Health uses new program to cut unnecessary ER visits and wait times - Arizona
Jul 21, 2011, 7:09:23 PM
World
Bought without plan or staff, 779 ambulances parked unused -
Jul 21, 2011, 7:08:48 PM
World
\'Ambulance officers\' rob bar at knifepoint - New Zealand
Jul 21, 2011, 7:08:47 PM
America
Ambulance provider leaves area early - Alabama
Jul 21, 2011, 7:08:00 PM
America
Hastings One Step Closer to Take Over EMT Services - Nebraska
Jul 21, 2011, 7:07:16 PM
America
EMS leaders say Johnston needs more ambulances - North Carolina
Jul 21, 2011, 7:06:19 PM
America
Volunteer EMS stations on the decline - Virginia
Jul 21, 2011, 7:05:20 PM
America
Ambulance contract in Butte County coming up for grabs - California
Jul 21, 2011, 7:04:44 PM
America
Pinellas EMS reduces costs, but taxpayers will pay more - Florida
Jul 21, 2011, 7:03:52 PM
America
Scorching days means extra precautions for EMT\'s - Pennsylvania
Jul 21, 2011, 7:02:46 PM
America
Union Twp. gets long-awaited ambulance - Ohio
Jul 21, 2011, 7:01:39 PM
America
Southcoast adds Boston ambulance company - Massachusetts
Jul 21, 2011, 7:00:09 PM
Awards-Honors
Plum EMS Celebrates 20 Years of Service, Continues to Expand - Pennsylvania
Jul 21, 2011, 6:16:17 PM
Military
Marine attack helicopters move north to aid air ambulances in Afghanistan
Jul 18, 2011, 6:43:48 PM
Military
Sunderland medic’s harrowing experiences of the Afghanistan warzone
Jul 18, 2011, 6:43:06 PM
Criminal
City fire chief suspends EMS training after cheating revealed - Maryland
Jul 18, 2011, 6:41:38 PM
America
Officials mull EMS contract - Alabama
Jul 18, 2011, 6:30:32 PM
America
New Castle seeks ambulance service - Maine
Jul 18, 2011, 6:27:58 PM
America
ER Time Issues Could Leave Ambulance Patients Stranded - Florida
Jul 18, 2011, 6:27:08 PM
Features
Paralyzed EMT hopeful for return to hunting - Wisconsin
Jul 18, 2011, 5:37:02 PM
Features
Community Coming Together for Crofton EMT Kelley Payne - Maryland
Jul 18, 2011, 5:32:51 PM
Medevac
Memorial\'s MedFlight : A behind-the-scenes flight - Indiana
Jul 18, 2011, 5:30:36 PM
Human Interest
Click here to find out more! * Prev * Next Article * Next News Print Comments Firefighter, paramedic known for prized cheesecake - Maryland
Jul 18, 2011, 4:40:18 PM
Special Report
11 injured, including firefighter, in fireworks explosion - Wisconsin
Jul 17, 2011, 10:58:58 PM
Legal
EMTs with guns? Ohio bill would give some the right to bear arms - Ohio
Jul 17, 2011, 10:50:10 PM
America
Berkeley Heights EMS Volunteers Resume 24/7 Coverage - New Jersey
Jul 17, 2011, 10:20:11 PM
America
Equipment malfunctions plague Brunswick EMS - Noprth Carolina
Jul 17, 2011, 10:19:13 PM
America
Croton moves fast to hire paid EMT, cites concern over response times - New York
Jul 17, 2011, 10:14:19 PM
America
Program puts emergency responders on motorcycles, shortens response times - Texas
Jul 17, 2011, 10:06:36 PM
America
Ambulance co. to shut down - Pennsylvania
Jul 17, 2011, 10:04:27 PM
America
Eugene shifting some ambulance coverage to Lane Rural - Oregon
Jul 17, 2011, 10:03:35 PM
America
The difference in ambulance bids - Caifornia
Jul 17, 2011, 10:01:47 PM
America
Training key to success of county ambulance service - Tennessee
Jul 17, 2011, 10:00:54 PM
Medevac
NICU nurses take to the sky - Tennessee
Jul 17, 2011, 9:58:31 PM
Medevac
Geisinger\'s Life Flight program marks milestone - Pennsylvania
Jul 17, 2011, 9:57:42 PM
Human Interest
100 YEARS AGO IN EMS
Jul 17, 2011, 9:57:29 PM
Human Interest
Firefighter, paramedic known for prized cheesecake - Washington DC
Jul 17, 2011, 9:56:59 PM
Human Interest
EMS Rodeo - New York
Jul 17, 2011, 9:56:46 PM
Canada
Paramedic bravery award created - Canada
Jul 17, 2011, 9:54:17 PM
World
Province recognizes paramedic courage - UK
Jul 17, 2011, 9:54:13 PM
World
Ambulance! Bring Me a Steamed Bun - Beijing
Jul 17, 2011, 9:05:48 PM
Public Affairs: Matt Zavadsky, Senior Editor
AAA Government Affairs E-Update 7-11-11
Jul 14, 2011, 3:45:32 AM
America
Ambulance Catches Fire On Way To Hospital - Tennessee
Jul 16, 2011, 12:21:07 AM
America
Residents worry ambulance service eliminated - Oklahoma
Jul 16, 2011, 12:20:38 AM
America
EMSA service fee policy could be changed - Oklahoma
Jul 16, 2011, 12:19:58 AM
America
Ambulance companies may expand in Genesee County following ordinance repeal - Michigan
Jul 16, 2011, 12:19:37 AM
America
College to Offer One-of-a-Kind Program to Ex-Military Medics - Michigan
Jul 16, 2011, 12:17:57 AM
Criminal
Columbus Fire Marshal: Drugs found at fire station - Georgia
Jul 16, 2011, 12:17:29 AM
Bodily Assault Log
Responder accused of grabbing an EMT - Ohio
Jul 16, 2011, 12:17:24 AM
Medevac
New air ambulance company coming to the Valley - Texas
Jul 16, 2011, 12:16:08 AM
ER /Hospital
U.S. hospital work prepares military docs for battlefield injuries
Jul 16, 2011, 12:15:42 AM
Human Interest
Man with cancer gets surprise from paramedics; trip to sons game - Oregon
Jul 16, 2011, 12:01:08 AM
Features
Vintage hearses and ambulances in Hudson
Jul 13, 2011, 8:27:45 PM
Ambulance Crash Log
Highway Patrol continues investigation of fatal ambulance/dump truck crash - Missouri
Jul 13, 2011, 8:22:33 PM
America
Beaumont EMS Controversy Continues, Former Medic Speaks Out - Texas
Jul 13, 2011, 8:06:03 PM
America
Mobilemedic taking over Sullivan\'s largest volunteer ambulance service - New York
Jul 13, 2011, 8:04:27 PM
America
DC Using Fire and EMS Employees\' Presence To Help Deter Crime _ Washington DC
Jul 13, 2011, 8:04:13 PM
America
OK fire may replace ambulance service - Oklahoma
Jul 13, 2011, 8:03:21 PM
America
Officials start Operation Hydration - West Virginia
Jul 13, 2011, 8:02:41 PM
America
EMS Vehicle not Now Sent Automatically; Mayor, Chief Moore Propose Outside Evaluation of Fire Department Procedures - West Virginia
Jul 13, 2011, 8:01:27 PM
America
Randolph County tries to curb EMS response times - North Carolina
Jul 13, 2011, 7:59:56 PM
America
No Hillsboro attendants available for two weekend emergencies; EMT shortage causing concern - Kansas
Jul 13, 2011, 7:53:47 PM
Legal
Russell County evicts and sues Care Ambulance - Alabama
Jul 13, 2011, 7:52:49 PM
Legal
Ambulance practices under investigation - Oklahoma
Jul 13, 2011, 7:52:32 PM
Legal
EMT accused of civil rights intimidation resigns - Tennessee
Jul 13, 2011, 7:50:22 PM
Criminal
Ambulance Taken On Short Joy Ride In Concord - New Hampshire
Jul 13, 2011, 7:49:42 PM
Bodily Assault Log
Man fights with EMTs after being found drunk in car - Illinois
Jul 13, 2011, 7:48:31 PM
Bodily Assault Log
Fed-up fire chief took matters into his own hands with slumlord - New York
Jul 13, 2011, 7:47:51 PM
Medevac
State Police look to sell aging medevac helicopters despite sluggish market - New Jersey
Jul 13, 2011, 7:42:04 PM
Obits/Services
Granville paramedic Merle Faucette killed in head-on collision - North Carolina
Jul 13, 2011, 6:56:48 PM
World
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