News
Here you will find all of the latest news from our department.CPR confidence fills in the missing link in cardiac arrest survival | Saturday May 17th, 2025 |
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With more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests annually in the U.S., the majority prove fatal, often due to delays in care. Quick intervention is critical, yet fewer than half of victims receive help before EMS arrives |
Mich. students finish EMS training with multiple scenarios | Saturday May 17th, 2025 |
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Careerline Tech Center EMS students put their training to the test during rescue simulations that double as real-world prep and a potential path to employment |
Kan. paramedic dies during emergency call | Friday May 16th, 2025 |
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Butler County, Kansas, Paramedic Justin Lauppe, a 14-year EMS veteran, died May 16 after suffering cardiac arrest during an emergency call. |
U.S. records 1,001 measles cases, 11 states with active outbreaks | Friday May 16th, 2025 |
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The U.S. has surpassed 1,000 measles cases amid a growing outbreak centered in Texas, where two children have died |
Pa. paramedic turns trauma into advocacy after stabbing | Friday May 16th, 2025 |
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After surviving a brutal attack in an ambulance, Lancaster EMS Paramedic Melanie Kempf leaned on peer support and therapy to heal |
Weeks before hurricane season, FEMA chief shifts disaster recovery responsibilities to states | Friday May 16th, 2025 |
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FEMA’s planned shift of disaster recovery duties comes as the Trump administration pushes to downsize federal operations, 17 days ahead of a hurricane season expected to bring above-average storm activity |
Va. firefighters recognized for work in EMS | Friday May 16th, 2025 |
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Three Bristol firefighters have been honored by the Southwest Virginia Regional EMS Council, recognizing efforts from SWAT medic support to EMS training |
New Samsung Galaxy XCover7 Pro lands at T‑Mobile: Built tough for first responders and certified for T‑Priority | Thursday May 15th, 2025 |
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With this powerful combo, emergency teams get rugged durability, real-time reliability, and the highest network priority — especially during massive emergencies |
Texas fire, EMS crews respond to swarm of bees attacking, killing horses | Thursday May 15th, 2025 |
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First responders in Commanche treated the owners and sprayed soapy water to stop the bees |
Mich. tech students face an MCI for final graduation | Thursday May 15th, 2025 |
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Van Buren Tech students responded to "Mayhem Market" where a small crop duster crashed into a busy flea market |