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Lancaster EMS proposes QRV program with Indian Land Fire to free ambulances for emergencies
Summary
Lancaster EMS proposed a quick‑response, nonemergency unit (QRV) staffed jointly with Indian Land Fire to handle lift assists, minor calls and non‑emergent transports; EMS also requested additional medic positions, equipment staff and upgrades to station facilities.
Lancaster County EMS presented a proposal to pair nonemergency quick‑response vehicles (QRVs) staffed by a combined crew (three EMS and three Indian Land Fire personnel) to handle non‑emergency calls such as lift assists, routine transports and other low‑acuity requests.
EMS director Clayton Cato said roughly 17% of calls are true life‑threatening emergencies and most of the remainder are lower‑acuity calls that tie up a 9‑1‑1 ambulance for long…
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