K9 handlers learning emergency medical care for partners Police K9 handlers are learning some crucial skills that could save the life of their dogs. They’re learning K9 emergency medical training, so they know what to do if their partners get hurt, DUNWOODY, Ga. – Police K9 handlers are learning some crucial skills that could save the life of their dogs. …
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Forest City council okays EMS 28E agreement with county, ambulance service
SUMMIT-TRIBUNE STAFF The Forest City council on Aug. 21 approved a resolution establishing a 28E agreement with Winnebago County and Forest City Ambulance Service for ambulance services and funding. The stated purpose of the agreement is to provide funding for ambulance services and staffing to the citizens of Winnebago County. It is effective on July 1, 2023, and runs through …
Read More »Future of Putnam County Emergency Management Services discussed during meeting | News
PUTNAM COUNTY, OH (WLIO) – Tensions high in Putnam County as emergency workers demand answers. While lights flashed outside, it was inside where all the activity was in the Putnam County courthouse. The Putnam County commissioners called a meeting after rumors arose that the area could look to outsourcing emergency responses outside the county to a company called HANCO, which …
Read More »Atlanta VA nurses rallying for better working conditions
Atlanta VA nurses rallying for improvements The group of Atlanta VA nurses say they have concerns about patient safety, staffing shortages, and a lack of respect from management at the hospital. ATLANTA – A group of Atlanta VA nurses will rally Thursday morning for better conditions on the job. The group says they’re concerned about patient safety and staffing shortages …
Read More »At least 63 reported killed in fire in South Africa’s Johannesburg | News
DEVELOPING STORYDEVELOPING STORY, Emergency services say death toll may rise as blaze guts multistorey building in central business district. At least 63 people have been killed and more than 40 treated for injuries following a fire at a multistorey building in downtown Johannesburg, South Africa, local media and an emergency worker said. Johannesburg Emergency Management Services spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi said …
Read More »Darin Bushman named new director of Utah’s Bureau of Emergency Medical Services
Estimated read time: 3-4 minutes MARYSVALE, Piute County — The Department of Public Safety announced Tuesday a new division director of Utah’s Bureau of Emergency Medical Services: Darin J. Bushman. “With an impressive background in leadership, public service and diverse industries, Mr. Bushman brings a wealth of experience that will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing success and development of the …
Read More »Fletcher urges Ohio State students to model empathy in Education for Citizenship Address
In The Ohio State University’s second annual Education for Citizenship Address on Monday, Professor Angus Fletcher offered strategies for how students can build a sense of community on campus and beyond. While introducing Fletcher, Executive Vice President and Provost Melissa Gilliam said the purpose of the address is to set a tone of dignity and respect as the new academic …
Read More »Man dies after car smashes through marina barriers and ploughs into the water
Man dies after car smashes through marina barriers and ploughs into the water Police say the death is being treated as unexplained at this time By Danya Bazaraa and Rhiannon James Updated: 09:06 EDT, 30 August 2023 A man has died after a car smashed through a marina barrier and ploughed into the water. South Wales Police rushed to the …
Read More »North Carolina now under State of Emergency ahead of Hurricane Idalia
by: Gov. Roy Cooper’s press office, Jason O. Boyd Posted: Aug 29, 2023 / 09:59 AM EDT Updated: Aug 29, 2023 / 09:59 AM EDT RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) — Gov. Roy Cooper has declared a State of Emergency ahead of Idalia’s arrival in North Carolina. The governor’s office made the declaration to activate the state’s emergency operations plan, waive transportation …
Read More »Forrest County allocates $2.6 million for nursing program expansion
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Pearl River Community College (PRCC) will receive support for the growth of its Allied Health and Nursing programs on the Forrest County campus. The Forrest County Board of Supervisors allocated $2.6 million over 15 years to assist with the $11 million needed for renovations and expansions. “This is a tremendous moment for our institution as well …
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