News

Here you will find all of the latest news from our department.

Demers Ambulances debuts award-winning Type I ambulance at FDIC 2026Wednesday April 22nd, 2026

Experience the all-new FXP 174 ambulance with industry-first FX Action Seats during FDIC 2026 from April 23-25, 2026
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Family challenges W.Va. EMS account, demands charges after fatal ambulance incidentWednesday April 22nd, 2026

Relatives of John Lucas dispute claims he had a knife and say he was seeking help when he was struck by an ambulance that continued driving for nearly two miles
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FDNY proposes ambulance fee hike as EMS unions say providers still lack raisesWednesday April 22nd, 2026

The proposal includes a 42% increase for BLS treatment in place, while union leaders say personnel remain underpaid
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37 fallen EMS professionals to be honored at 2026 National EMS Weekend of HonorWednesday April 22nd, 2026

The National EMS Memorial Service will bring together families, colleagues and supporters to honor EMS and air medical professionals who died in the line of duty
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New EMS contract boosts funding, tightens oversight in Wash. countyWednesday April 22nd, 2026

A 20% contract increase between Grant County Fire District 3 and Columbia EMS raises annual funding to about $256K while adding new reporting requirements
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PSTrax announces partnership with LION to strengthen PPE accountability for public safety agenciesTuesday April 21st, 2026

Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Rising diesel costs push Ky. EMS to adjust budgetTuesday April 21st, 2026

Georgetown Scott County EMS officials say fuel prices have jumped in recent weeks, prompting the agency to increase its annual fuel budget while maintaining full emergency response capabilities
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Nev. FD boosts response times with revamped EMS partnershipTuesday April 21st, 2026

Integrating MedicWest ambulance units into the system is helping North Las Vegas fire officials close coverage gaps and significantly improve emergency response times
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LODD: Kan. firefighter/paramedic suffers on-duty medical emergencyTuesday April 21st, 2026

A Ford County firefighter/paramedic died, leaving behind more than seven years of service
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Acadian Ambulance launches response kit to help first responders communicate with nonverbal patientsTuesday April 21st, 2026

A new autism resource kit adds communication tools, training videos and caregiver support resources inspired in part by a January crash involving a 14-year-old autistic teen
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