ALS SERVICE DETAILS
At
7:00 a.m. October 1, 2008 the Ocean City-Wright Fire Control District began providing Advanced Life Support. By providing Advanced Life Support, or ALS, the
OCWFCD is able to deliver a much higher level of care at emergency scenes.
The delivery of ALS requires Paramedics, advanced equipment, and advanced
skills. ALS is a huge step up from BLS (Basic Life Support) care. Simply stated,
ALS provides patients with more life saving options in pre hospital care.
Press Release(s):
~ OCW - ALS Press Release ~
~ OCW - ALS Quick Facts Sheet ~
News Coverage:
~ Northwest Florida Daily News ~
~ WEAR, Channel
Three News ~
OCWFCD ALS Stock Photos:
October 1st, 2008
Click on an image to view a full size high resolution version.
Images may be reprinted - Photo credit: OCWFCD Public Information Office
(To save a print or media copy, Right-Click on the "High-Res.
Download Link")
For additional details or questions contact:
Chief Billy Lord
OCWFCD Fire Chief
850-862-1185
Chief Wally Ebbert
OCWFCD ALS Chief
850-862-1185
Capt. Ryan Christen
OCWFCD - Public Information Officer
850-862-1185
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