https://www.ems1.com/news EMS News en-US Wed, 13 May 2026 14:23:34 GMT https://www.ems1.com/fire-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease The Bangor Fire Department’s EMS-only pilot program is aimed at handling a rising EMS call volume while keeping firefighters available for fire responses Wed, 13 May 2026 14:23:34 GMT https://www.ems1.com/fire-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease https://www.ems1.com/hospital/report-warns-possible-closure-of-99-hospitals-could-stretch-ems-even-thinner-across-the-south A new report warns that cuts tied to the Big Beautiful Bill could push nearly 100 rural hospitals toward closure, increasing transport times and straining EMS systems Wed, 13 May 2026 13:21:39 GMT https://www.ems1.com/hospital/report-warns-possible-closure-of-99-hospitals-could-stretch-ems-even-thinner-across-the-south https://www.ems1.com/infectious-diseases/hantavirus-outbreak-aboard-cruise-ship-sends-americans-to-biocontainment-quarantine-units 18 Americans are being monitored at specialized infectious disease facilities after a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius Wed, 13 May 2026 12:35:45 GMT https://www.ems1.com/infectious-diseases/hantavirus-outbreak-aboard-cruise-ship-sends-americans-to-biocontainment-quarantine-units https://www.ems1.com/ems-grant-center/725k-grant-helps-ariz-fd-purchase-35-chest-compression-devices Mesa Fire and Medical will use a federal grant to improve patient care and crew safety during ambulance transports Wed, 13 May 2026 11:51:49 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-grant-center/725k-grant-helps-ariz-fd-purchase-35-chest-compression-devices https://www.ems1.com/mental-health/rosco-helps-n-y-emts-paramedics-through-the-toughest-calls A Goldendoodle therapy dog with AMR Western New York, supports EMTs and paramedics coping with trauma, stress and burnout in one of the region’s busiest EMS systems Tue, 12 May 2026 13:20:56 GMT https://www.ems1.com/mental-health/rosco-helps-n-y-emts-paramedics-through-the-toughest-calls https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/pa-boosts-ems-funding-as-agencies-face-rising-costs State health officials highlighted millions in EMS investments supporting equipment, recruitment and tuition assistance as EMS struggles with staffing and operational costs Tue, 12 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/pa-boosts-ems-funding-as-agencies-face-rising-costs https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/former-acting-fema-chief-gets-another-shot-at-leading-agency Cameron Hamilton, who was fired after defending FEMA’s role in disaster response, would take over an agency facing staffing losses, reform pressure Tue, 12 May 2026 11:37:02 GMT https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/former-acting-fema-chief-gets-another-shot-at-leading-agency https://www.ems1.com/cruise-ship-passengers-quarantined-after-hantavirus-outbreak-sent-home-for-monitoring Passengers from the MV Hondius were flown home to more than 20 countries after a hantavirus outbreak linked to three deaths and multiple suspected infections Mon, 11 May 2026 20:10:16 GMT https://www.ems1.com/cruise-ship-passengers-quarantined-after-hantavirus-outbreak-sent-home-for-monitoring https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/report-trump-appointed-fema-review-council-proposes-vast-changes-to-federal-disaster-support The review includes stricter thresholds for federal disaster declarations, direct state payments within 30 days and one-time survivor aid in place of long-term housing support Mon, 11 May 2026 19:40:55 GMT https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/report-trump-appointed-fema-review-council-proposes-vast-changes-to-federal-disaster-support https://www.ems1.com/ambulances-and-emergency-vehicles/suspect-repeatedly-rams-las-vegas-ambulance-after-attempted-stabbing Police said the suspect attempted to stab someone outside an east Las Vegas grocery store before ramming a parked ambulance Mon, 11 May 2026 14:05:26 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ambulances-and-emergency-vehicles/suspect-repeatedly-rams-las-vegas-ambulance-after-attempted-stabbing https://www.ems1.com/fire-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease The Bangor Fire Department’s EMS-only pilot program is aimed at handling a rising EMS call volume while keeping firefighters available for fire responses Wed, 13 May 2026 14:23:34 GMT https://www.ems1.com/fire-ems/maine-fd-launches-ems-only-paramedic-pilot-program-as-fire-calls-decrease https://www.ems1.com/hospital/report-warns-possible-closure-of-99-hospitals-could-stretch-ems-even-thinner-across-the-south A new report warns that cuts tied to the Big Beautiful Bill could push nearly 100 rural hospitals toward closure, increasing transport times and straining EMS systems Wed, 13 May 2026 13:21:39 GMT https://www.ems1.com/hospital/report-warns-possible-closure-of-99-hospitals-could-stretch-ems-even-thinner-across-the-south https://www.ems1.com/infectious-diseases/hantavirus-outbreak-aboard-cruise-ship-sends-americans-to-biocontainment-quarantine-units 18 Americans are being monitored at specialized infectious disease facilities after a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius Wed, 13 May 2026 12:35:45 GMT https://www.ems1.com/infectious-diseases/hantavirus-outbreak-aboard-cruise-ship-sends-americans-to-biocontainment-quarantine-units https://www.ems1.com/ems-grant-center/725k-grant-helps-ariz-fd-purchase-35-chest-compression-devices Mesa Fire and Medical will use a federal grant to improve patient care and crew safety during ambulance transports Wed, 13 May 2026 11:51:49 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-grant-center/725k-grant-helps-ariz-fd-purchase-35-chest-compression-devices https://www.ems1.com/mental-health/rosco-helps-n-y-emts-paramedics-through-the-toughest-calls A Goldendoodle therapy dog with AMR Western New York, supports EMTs and paramedics coping with trauma, stress and burnout in one of the region’s busiest EMS systems Tue, 12 May 2026 13:20:56 GMT https://www.ems1.com/mental-health/rosco-helps-n-y-emts-paramedics-through-the-toughest-calls https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/pa-boosts-ems-funding-as-agencies-face-rising-costs State health officials highlighted millions in EMS investments supporting equipment, recruitment and tuition assistance as EMS struggles with staffing and operational costs Tue, 12 May 2026 13:15:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/pa-boosts-ems-funding-as-agencies-face-rising-costs https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/former-acting-fema-chief-gets-another-shot-at-leading-agency Cameron Hamilton, who was fired after defending FEMA’s role in disaster response, would take over an agency facing staffing losses, reform pressure Tue, 12 May 2026 11:37:02 GMT https://www.ems1.com/disaster-management/former-acting-fema-chief-gets-another-shot-at-leading-agency https://www.ems1.com/cruise-ship-passengers-quarantined-after-hantavirus-outbreak-sent-home-for-monitoring Passengers from the MV Hondius were flown home to more than 20 countries after a hantavirus outbreak linked to three deaths and multiple suspected infections Mon, 11 May 2026 20:10:16 GMT https://www.ems1.com/cruise-ship-passengers-quarantined-after-hantavirus-outbreak-sent-home-for-monitoring https://www.ems1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-over-200-ems-calls-during-nfl-draft Pittsburgh first responders handled hundreds of EMS calls during the 2026 NFL Draft, which drew a record 805,000 visitors over three days Fri, 08 May 2026 22:03:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/Photo-of-the-week/photo-of-the-week-over-200-ems-calls-during-nfl-draft https://www.ems1.com/legal/cal-fire-firefighter-paramedic-charged-with-rape-including-alleged-on-duty-assault A Riverside County firefighter/paramedic faces multiple felony charges after prosecutors alleged he sexually assaulted three women, including one at a Temecula fire station Mon, 11 May 2026 12:09:27 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legal/cal-fire-firefighter-paramedic-charged-with-rape-including-alleged-on-duty-assault https://www.ems1.com/rescue/watch-texas-firefighters-rescue-patient-in-crane-200-feet-in-the-air Fort Worth Fire Department’s Tactical Rescue Team brought the man down from a crane at the JPS construction site after a medical emergency left him unable to climb down Fri, 08 May 2026 12:48:15 GMT https://www.ems1.com/rescue/watch-texas-firefighters-rescue-patient-in-crane-200-feet-in-the-air https://www.ems1.com/hospital/ambulances-ordered-to-stop-taking-patients-to-calif-hospital Orange County health officials suspended Anaheim Global Medical Center’s emergency receiving status for 911 ambulance patients, though the ED remains open to walk-ins Fri, 08 May 2026 15:10:01 GMT https://www.ems1.com/hospital/ambulances-ordered-to-stop-taking-patients-to-calif-hospital https://www.ems1.com/hazmat/10-hospitalized-after-chemical-leak-at-la-business-including-firefighters A valve malfunction involving boron trifluoride at a Lafayette Parish business prompted evacuations and hospitalized workers and first responders Thu, 07 May 2026 12:32:23 GMT https://www.ems1.com/hazmat/10-hospitalized-after-chemical-leak-at-la-business-including-firefighters https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/md-county-debates-grant-funded-whole-blood-program-for-ems EMS leaders say the grant-funded program could save trauma patients in rural Somerset County, but local officials worry taxpayers may be left covering the cost Thu, 07 May 2026 14:22:20 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legislation-funding/md-county-debates-grant-funded-whole-blood-program-for-ems https://www.ems1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability My legal career is predicated on defending providers who find themselves on the wrong end of the law because of the difficult judgement calls in the heat of a moment. This is not that scenario. Fri, 01 May 2026 13:42:08 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legal/no-gray-area-the-emt-photo-that-could-end-a-career-and-spark-massive-liability https://www.ems1.com/legal/triage-isnt-a-choice-its-a-calculation EMS doesn’t choose people — it prioritizes patients based on risk, access and the realities of an unstable scene Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:02:49 GMT https://www.ems1.com/legal/triage-isnt-a-choice-its-a-calculation https://www.ems1.com/pediatric-care/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play Here’s what EMS providers should know about the updated standards, national assessments and opportunities to improve pediatric care together Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:01:20 GMT https://www.ems1.com/pediatric-care/pediatric-ed-readiness-guidance-could-save-thousands-of-lives-and-ems-has-a-role-to-play https://www.ems1.com/paramedic-survival/when-help-turns-hazardous-5-safety-tips-for-the-ultimate-confined-space-the-ambulance Learn five essential EMS safety practices to reduce patient violence risk during ambulance transport. Stay safe and protect yourself on every call. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 21:25:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/paramedic-survival/when-help-turns-hazardous-5-safety-tips-for-the-ultimate-confined-space-the-ambulance https://www.ems1.com/media/articles/the-cnn-test-practicing-ems-in-the-spotlight-ArRbolYHvyx1aGWy/ Calls involving celebrities, chemical restraint, protests and mass shootings are just some of the scenarios that will put you in the public eye Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:53:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/media/articles/the-cnn-test-practicing-ems-in-the-spotlight-ArRbolYHvyx1aGWy/ https://www.ems1.com/fdny/a-potentially-historical-change-in-new-york-city From community risk reduction to treatment in place, other cities are reaping the benefits of advanced EMS systems. A proposed independent NYC EMS department could be the turning point. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:50:42 GMT https://www.ems1.com/fdny/a-potentially-historical-change-in-new-york-city https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/improving-outcomes-together-demers-celebrates-crews-during-ems-week Demers Ambulances will participate in EMS Week May 17-23, 2026, with individual giveaways and interactive engagement to bring meaningful recognition to first responders Tue, 12 May 2026 19:50:36 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/improving-outcomes-together-demers-celebrates-crews-during-ems-week https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/medical-equipment/new-bracket-for-meduvent-standard-ventilator Technimount introduced a new bracket designed to securely transport WEINMANN Emergency MEDUVENT Standard ventilators in ground EMS settings Fri, 01 May 2026 20:01:34 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/medical-equipment/new-bracket-for-meduvent-standard-ventilator https://www.ems1.com/ambulances-and-emergency-vehicles/w-va-fire-department-adds-ambulances-to-boost-ems-response Two new units are already in service, expanding medical response capabilities for Sophia and nearby communities Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ambulances-and-emergency-vehicles/w-va-fire-department-adds-ambulances-to-boost-ems-response https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/demers-ambulances-debuts-award-winning-type-i-ambulance-at-fdic-2026 Experience the all-new FXP 174 ambulance with industry-first FX Action Seats during FDIC 2026 from April 23-25, 2026 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:01:17 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/demers-ambulances-debuts-award-winning-type-i-ambulance-at-fdic-2026 https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/software/pstrax-announces-partnership-with-lion-to-strengthen-ppe-accountability-for-public-safety-agencies Partnership helps agencies improve equipment tracking, inspection documentation, and lifecycle management for personal protective equipment (PPE) Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:46:31 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/software/pstrax-announces-partnership-with-lion-to-strengthen-ppe-accountability-for-public-safety-agencies https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/crestline-ambulances-returns-to-fdic-2026-with-bigger-fleet-ready-ccl-166-type-iii-ambulance Visit Booth 5574 to see how the CCL 166 Type III delivers 16 inches more interior space and 25% more ALS storage — engineered specifically for the pressures of modern fleet procurement Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:36:48 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/ambulances/crestline-ambulances-returns-to-fdic-2026-with-bigger-fleet-ready-ccl-166-type-iii-ambulance https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/records-management-software/eso-acquires-d2i-accelerating-emergency-intelligence-to-drive-performance-and-improve-outcomes-across-fire-ems-and-health-systems ESO’s acquisition of d2i advances ESO’s vision of building end-to-end emergency intelligence Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:41:52 GMT https://www.ems1.com/ems-products/records-management-software/eso-acquires-d2i-accelerating-emergency-intelligence-to-drive-performance-and-improve-outcomes-across-fire-ems-and-health-systems