Firefighters Urge Action On EMS Shortage

Firefighters Urge Action On EMS Shortage

By Jenna Birdwell A growing crisis in Long Beach’s emergency medical services was a huge topic at two recent City Council meetings, as firefighters warned that a shortage of paramedic units is putting both residents and first responders at risk. At the March 4 City Council meeting, over 50 firefighters and paramedics demanded action toward councilmembers. During public comment, several shared stories of delayed ambulance responses due to a lack …