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Slow-Moving Ambulances Still Require the Right-of-Way
Slow-Moving Ambulances Still Require the Right-of-Way
Slow-Moving Ambulances Still Require the Right-of-Way
First responders in the region are reminding motorists to always yield the right-of-way to emergency vehicles that are running their lights and sirens. Shawn Ballard of Ballard Ambulance in Wenatchee says even though an ambulance might not be traveling at a rate of speed consistent with rushing someone to the hospital, there's still a very good reason why they need a clear path to get there... Rea
Water Rescues Already Increasing On Wenatchee River
Water Rescues Already Increasing On Wenatchee River
Water Rescues Already Increasing On Wenatchee River
Summer is still six weeks away but traffic is already heating up on the icy waters of the Wenatchee River. In recent weeks, scores of recreationists have been inner tubing, rafting, and paddle boarding the river - which is running fast and cold - and that's leading to a spike in calls for emergency assistance...
First Responders Advocating Use of Personal Locator Beacons
First Responders Advocating Use of Personal Locator Beacons
First Responders Advocating Use of Personal Locator Beacons
With more and more people heading into the back country for hiking and other recreation, emergency responders in the region are advising everyone that does so to carry a satellite messaging device or personal locator beacon. "They're very light weight and fit in the palm of your hand," explains Shawn Ballard of Ballard Ambulance...