Emergency responders preparing for surge in COVID-19 cases
Emergency responders preparing for surge in COVID-19 cases
Many people feeling like they have symptoms of COVID-19 are resting at home unless they become so sick they need a doctor’s care. If they call 911, firefighters and EMTs are the ones who respond. Local crews are preparing for a surge in activity, among them -- some volunteer students from the University of Maryland.
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (FOX 5 DC) - Firefighters and EMTs are on the frontline in the battle against COVID-19.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services announced Monday they’ve created strike teams. There at least five new units ready to go, made up of an EMT and paramedic teamed up in an SUV for home visits when someone calls 911 with COVID-19 symptoms.
In Prince George’s County, there are 14 students from the University of Maryland on the frontlines. The volunteer firefighters decided to stay on and continue answering calls for the College Park community after their school closed.
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