Hampshire County EMS outlines plan to restore 24/7 Springfield coverage by September

Mar 12, 2025

Hampshire County EMS said staffing challenges keep the Springfield station from overnight coverage until a July fee increase and facility upgrades permit 24/7 staffing by Sept. 1; commissioners were urged to promote volunteer recruitment.

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County emergency medical services staff told the Hampshire County Commission on March 11 that Springfield will not have continuous overnight EMS coverage until the department can secure funding from a July fee increase and complete facility upgrades planned by September.

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