When a fire engine races past, it may not be responding to a fire — South County Fire highlights that these vehicles often attend medical emergencies before ambulances arrive. Firefighters, trained as EMTs or paramedics, carry critical supplies, including epinephrine and Narcan, to stabilize patients.
Because fire engines are often closer than ambulances, they can provide rapid, life-saving care while ambulances are transporting other patients. This integration of medical services into fire departments is common nationwide, making firefighters first responders to a wide range of emergencies.
South County Fire emphasizes its readiness “24/7 every day of the year” and encourages the public to learn more about their services via their official Facebook page.
