Ever wonder why a fire truck or fire SUV often shows up alongside the ambulance during a medical call in Manchester?
Team-Based Emergency Medical Response:
National EMS guidelines recommend a 4-person team for optimal patient care. In Manchester, our ambulances are fire department-operated. So depending on staffing, we send additional responders in fire apparatus to ensure rapid, efficient treatment.
Covering Multiple Emergencies:
Manchester Fire often handles overlapping emergencies. Responding with multiple vehicles gives us the flexibility to split crews and ensure coverage town-wide.
Highly Trained Responders:
Every full-time firefighter in Manchester is a Paramedic (except one, who is a certified EMT). This ensures that no matter which unit arrives first, advanced life support is available immediately.
No Call Is Considered “Minor”:
We treat every 911 call as a true emergency—because it might be. Chest pain, difficulty breathing, or injuries can escalate fast. More hands-on deck can save lives.
All-Risk Mission:
Emergency services must be ready for the unexpected. Sending both the ambulance and a support unit means we’re fully prepared to provide the highest standard of care.
Thanks to our dedicated EMS providers during #EMSWeek — and every week.
