EMS experienced average call volume throughout the record breaking heat wave. Despite the average call volume, EMS still took precautionary actions and were prepared to deal with any spike in medical emergencies. In total, we responded to 50 ambulance calls between July 15th and July 20th. Out of those 50 calls, 6 were directly heat-related medical emergencies. Our average call volume is 8 calls per day and 50 per week.
Breakdown of call volume
Monday July 15: 12 calls
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Tuesday July 16: 9 calls
Wednesday July 17: 4 calls
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Thursday July 18: 12 calls
Friday July 19: 3 calls
Saturday July 20: 10 calls
-We would also like to recognize and thank the entire City of Glen Cove first responder community. These dedicated first responders, many who are volunteers, were out in this extreme heat and humidity responding to emergencies and helping the public. They include Glen Cove EMS, Fire Department, Police Department, Auxiliary Police Department and Harbor Patrol.
