Also at noon, Sen. George Amedore and Albany County Sheriff Craig Apple will announce an effort to improve communications and operations
for emergency personnel in Albany County, Guilderland Fire Department, 2303 Western Ave., Guilderland.
Designate individuals to open appropriate
doors for emergency personnel; to flag down emergency personnel and help direct them to the scene; and to control the area and move bystanders away.
Some caregivers feel it is safer for a mother who suddenly finds herself pushing to stay where she is and call for help (perhaps 911 or a midwife who will come to you) instead of risking getting caught in traffic where it is
difficult for emergency personnel to find you if necessary.
The New York Times reports that the administration has targeted several areas of need, including bridges, tunnels and train lines, homes and apartments, affected businesses and overtime
costs for emergency personnel provided by local governments.
In response, Erie County Legislator Lynne Dixon has requested that the county look into creating a voluntary database for patients with life threatening chronic conditions in
order for emergency personnel to better respond to patients» needs.
Moroney explained that the road block was dangerous because it did not allow
passage for emergency personnel, requiring them to take detours which add minutes to their response time.
Enhanced Accident Response System (EARS) Makes it
easier for emergency personnel to see and reach occupants in the event of an accident by turning on interior lighting, flashing hazard lamps and unlocking doors after air - bag deployment.
It is not
uncommon for emergency personnel to notify the local animal shelter if they see animals on the premises and by the time the family is contacted and arrive on site, the animals may have been euthanized by the shelter.
If you see blood or protruding bones, it is probably best to wait
for emergency personnel to assist you.
The driver of the Dodge was able to climb up through the broken window of his truck and waited
for emergency personnel.
If you or any of your passengers are injured, you should call 911 right away and wait
for emergency personnel to arrive on the scene.