CPFR Adds Two-Person Response Units

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  Central Pierce Fire & Rescue (CPFR) launched Squad 65, Squad 68, and Aid 72 on June 29“On June 29, we launched Squad 65, Squad 68, and Aid 72 as part of that commitment.”
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  Central Pierce Fire & Rescue (CPFR) launched Squad 65, Squad 68, and Aid 72 to handle lower-acuity incidents like fire alarms and falls“On June 29, we launched Squad 65, Squad 68, and Aid 72 as part of that commitment. Staffed with a lieutenant and a firefighter, these two-person units are designed to respond to lower-acuity incidents, like fire alarms, burn complaints, falls, and other calls that don't require a full fire engine, ladder truck, or ALS medic unit.”
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  These two-person units respond to calls that don't require full fire engines or ambulances“Staffed with a lieutenant and a firefighter, these two-person units are designed to respond to lower-acuity incidents, like fire alarms, burn complaints, falls, and other calls that don't require a full fire engine, ladder truck, or ALS medic unit.”
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  These two-person units have handled over 820 incidents in just weeks“In just a few weeks, these units have already responded to over 820 incidents.”
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  CPFR says this ensures larger equipment stays available for critical emergencies“By matching the right resource to the right call, we're improving efficiency, strengthening our emergency response system, and helping ensure our community receives the level of service they expect when they need us most.”
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  CPFR says this potentially reduces response times during life-threatening situationsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The district says the new units improve efficiency“By matching the right resource to the right call, we're improving efficiency, strengthening our emergency response system, and helping ensure our community receives the level of service they expect when they need us most.”
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  The district says the new units strengthen emergency response“By matching the right resource to the right call, we're improving efficiency, strengthening our emergency response system, and helping ensure our community receives the level of service they expect when they need us most.”
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  The district says the new units match the right resource to each call“By matching the right resource to the right call, we're improving efficiency, strengthening our emergency response system, and helping ensure our community receives the level of service they expect when they need us most.”