Some of the ambulances that have been donated by Global Medical Response.
THE National Emergency Management Services received a boost to its fleet of emergency service vehicles after Global Medical Response donated 12 ambulances in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian.
The first donation of four ambulances took place on September 12, the second shipment of four more ambulances on September 24, and an additional four ambulances are expected in approximately two weeks. In addition to new ambulances, Global has also donated three 40-foot containers of emergency medical equipment and supplies to NEMS.
In the coming days, NEMS is expected to receive the equipment and supplies. NEMS Director Dr Alvery Hanna highlighted the friendship between former NEMS paramedic Kevin Bell and Global Medial Response’s regional director which allowed for a direct initial appeal. She added: “Global’s efforts have grown into a significant partnership with the government. Global’s contribution to Dorian Relief extends beyond the donation of ground ambulances, equipment and supplies. During the immediate medical response, Global assisted with the helicopter lift of medical evacuees out of the areas impacted by Dorian.”
Five ambulances will be deployed to Grand Bahama; two will be deployed to Abaco and one will remain in New Providence to serve as a back up emergency vehicle.
Comments
Well_mudda_take_sic 4 years, 6 months ago
Our nation and its people owe a great debt of gratitude to Global Medical Response for all the help they have provided in the aftermath of Dorian.
The_Oracle 4 years, 6 months ago
Hold on, 8 from 12 leaves 4....... Have we lost them already? And yes, we do owe ALL of the international NGO's and organizations that have jumped in without question or reservation, with some making commitments for up to a year on the ground. Samaritans Purse is incredible in how they function, from a field hospital to repairing shelters and roofs. There is no end to their operational scope.
William424 4 years, 6 months ago
Only eight were recieved so far according to the article..5+2+1=8.. The additional 4 will be delivered in two weeks.How could we loose what's not here yet?.let's read Bahamas
yeahyasee 4 years, 6 months ago
LOL
The_Oracle 4 years, 6 months ago
Ha, but where will the other 4 end up? No mention of where they will be sent. One to remain in reserve in Nassau, so watch for where the last 4 end up. Why doesn't one of the last 4 end up as a reserve? Read between the lines WIlliam424. As much is said by what is not said as in what is.
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