Mass Casualty Incidents
As the military saying goes, “Prior planning prevents poor performance.” This phrase can be applied to preparing for mass casualty incidents. Check this page for articles and resources on ensuring you and your department are ready for the unexpected, as well as the latest updates on major incidents in the United States and across the world.
Test your ability to apply the SALT triage method to a collection of simulated MCI patients
Israel’s national EMS organization uses virtual reality technologies to simulate MCI scenes and train any member to become a scene commander
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Rescuers were waiting for strong winds to die down before moving out to search for other people
As the storm bears down on the gulf, the need for emergency medical personnel is heightened
Acadian Ambulance has evacuated 150 people as of Monday in anticipation of Tropical Storm Isaac
Team of 43 to help local officials as potential for flooding looms
Buses were sent to location to provide transportation for passengers affected by accident
Single-engine plane burst into flames upon impact late Saturday night
FEMA: Updated levees around New Orleans are equipped to handle storms better than when Katrina hit
Laid-off women’s accessories designer shot and killed co-worker outside the Empire State Building
It wasn’t clear whether the women’s presence on the tracks had anything to do with the derailment
Police say 46-year-old Patricia Salegna-Maqueda died Tuesday night at Stony Brook University Medical Center
Most passengers were transferred from Baranof Wind to Holland America cruise ship Volendam
More than 200 were evacuated after being exposed to non-toxic chemical
5 other children, 2 adults were hurt in single-vehicle rollover Monday
Several train cars fell off bridge, approximately 17-20 feet, onto street below
The entire structure of the housewas reduced to small shards of wood, plywood, drywall, insulation and other building materials
Police responding to a call of an officer down exchanged shots with the suspect
Just after noon, College Station police began fielding frantic 911 calls reporting shots being fired
Navy veteran Jonathan Blunk received a full military burial, including a gun salute and the playing of taps
Passengers heard bang of tire exploding, reported that driver tried to keep the vehicle on road but couldn’t
Front end of bus was so mangled from collision that emergency crews had to use ladders to rescue those trapped inside
Promotional film emphasizes short mantra to help people remember their options
Responders find what they’ve seen on duty is difficult to forget
Reports say that first responders were still asking for medics half hour after receiving 911 calls
Healthcare for victims of Colo. shooting reminds us how difficult life can be without health insurance
Three of the five hospitals treating victims said they will limit or completely wipe out medical bills
Christian Bale met with hospital staff, EMTs, police officers who responded to scene
EMS response evolved as incident progressed
Training for worst-case scenarios will help keep us from falling apart when we need to be at our best
Call takers responded to wave upon wave of 911 calls for help from massacre during ‘Batman’ film
University of Colorado Hospital discharged one; still has nine, including five in critical condition
