Editorial: Petersburg EMS is in crisis and it is time to do something about it by Orin Pierson, Publisher

It is time for the Petersburg community to seriously consider the future of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) branch of Petersburg Volunteer Fire Department (PVFD).

Volunteer numbers have reached a crisis level. EMS response capability is in jeopardy and burnout is becoming inevitable.

It's tempting to imagine that when you or a loved one experience a medical emergency in Petersburg and you dial 911 a paramedic is ready and waiting to be dispatched. Just like in the movies, they'll sprint toward the ambulance with the necessary supplies and support staff; and the ambulance will be on the ro...

 

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