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Why does a fire engine come to my house when I have a medical emergency?: Most often, the Fire Department will have a shorter response time than an ambulance, and since the engines are staffed with trained medical personnel, they can begin early care until the ambulance arrives on the scene.

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1. When an emergency vehicle is approaching with lights and sirens, what should I do?: You should always move to the right…remember, “Move to the right for sirens and lights.”

2. Why does a fire engine come to my house when I have a medical emergency?: Most often, the Fire Department will have a shorter response time than an ambulance, and since the engines are staffed with trained medical personnel, they can begin early care until the ambulance arrives on the scene.

3. I would like for the Fire Department to come to my home. I don’t believe it is an emergency. Am I still required to dial 911?: Yes, you are required to dial 911 in order for the Fire Department to respond. It is important that the proper equipment and the closest unit are dispatched, and that the incident is recorded appropriately. You should never hesitate to dial 911 if you suspect that there may be a problem.