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?
2. Why does a fire engine come to my house when I have a medical emergency?
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?