A coordinated group of Santa Cruz County organizations is hosting a critical disaster preparedness event this weekend at the Aptos Grange. Timed to coincide with the start of the region’s wildfire season, the gathering offers insights and resources for community safety.
Ambulance services in Guam may soon become significantly pricier. Under a new proposal by the Guam Fire Department, fees could climb from under $200 to over $1,000, with a $13 mileage charge added to every mile traveled.
The Union County Fire Defense Board has recommended an earlier start to the county’s regulated fire season. Officials announced the decision in a press release on May 26, urging residents to remain vigilant and observe fire safety guidelines.
Local leaders in Baldwin are considering the possibility of creating another fire position. While details are limited, the announcement hints at a potential expansion of the city’s firefighting resources.
Andrew Harper, membership sales manager for Air Evac Life Team, visited the Jekyll Island Rotary Club to discuss his organization’s extensive network of emergency and non-emergency air services. Air Evac Life Team operates from more than 380 locations across the United States, providing critical transport options.
A frantic 911 call in 1994 saved Shannon Davies’s life. Decades later, she meets the dispatcher behind that call, sharing gratitude for the chance to live what she proudly describes as a “full life.” The emotional reunion highlights the enduring bond formed through lifesaving action.
Frederick County’s first budget listening session saw residents calling for expanded funding in critical areas, including education and emergency services. Citizens also pressed for greater support for senior programs, urging local leaders to prioritize older adults’ well-being.
Surry County is asserting ownership of Franklin Fire Department’s building and equipment, citing “many, many, millions of dollars” invested in the department. The county attorney says that this extensive funding justifies its claim, sparking a local dispute over control of vital emergency services.
An audit of Pennsylvania’s Department of Health has raised questions about EMS fund management, prompting House Republicans to call for a new EMS Commissioner Office. Lawmakers believe a structure modeled on the Fire Commissioner’s Office could boost accountability and oversight.
In a bid to bolster emergency services, the Cascade Locks City Council discussed a proposed Food and Beverage Sales Tax during their October 13 work session. The council has moved the measure’s vote to May, giving the community more time to consider its implications.
