LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Last week, 16 local EMT's, paramedics, and firefighters attended two days of intense, unusual training. The class, Tactical Emergency Casualty Care, was hosted by the Brighton Fire Department and presented by EMS Tactical Group. Two of the participants are employed by Livingston County EMS and are also assigned to the Livingston County Sheriff's Office tactical team. One is a paramedic and the other is an EMT. The lead … [Read more...]
Outstanding EMT from Dansville Wins Life Support Provider of the Year Award
DANSVILLE – Dansville resident Amanda Martin won the Monroe Livingston Regional Emergency Medical Services Council (MLREMS) Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider of the Year Award. According to a press release from Livingston County Emergency Medical Services, Martin’s supervisors recognized her experience in working with school children and special needs individuals and the special impact it had on her EMS work. “She has the ability to see the … [Read more...]
Afternoon Blaze Destroys Barn and Storage
CALEDONIA – A large barn was destroyed in a fire on River Road Monday afternoon. The fire started at approximately 2:00 p.m., and destroyed a truck along with storage equipment and items. It is unclear what started the blaze at this point. Though it was about 9 degrees outside, winds were calm and smoke was mostly able to rise into the open air. Firefighters cut away parts of the barn wall and doors with a chain saw to get inside and … [Read more...]