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by Ray Pauley
Public Information Officer
Grand Island Fire Co.
Grand Island Fire Chief Kevin Koch reports that two new specially equipped EMS "patrol" bikes have joined Grand Island Fire Department's special operations equipment for rapid response during major public events, such as parades, block parties, fundraisers, etc. These highly mobile units can provide on-the-spot basic life support treatment while alerting medics as well as transport, if needed.
Their value was demonstrated at the Relay For Life event on June 8 at the Grand Island High School when an 11-year-old Islander was injured by a golf cart and required EMS attention by GIFC standby crews, including the quick response bikers. After evaluation by GIFC medics, the youth was released to her parents for follow-up medical attention at approximately 9:10 p.m.
1859 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072
Phone: 716-773-7676
Fax: 716-773-7190
