New Home for Ambulance Service in Vegreville

New Home for Ambulance Service in Vegreville

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Alberta Health Services has moved its Emergency Medical Services to a new station in Vegreville.

The move to its new facility, located at Birch Avenue and 53 Street, took place during the past week.

“The move was required as the current Emergency Services building is filled to capacity and fire services requires additional space,” stated Erin Lawrence, Senior Communications Advisor with Alberta Health Services EMS.

“The relocation will not affect EMS response to emergencies nor will it affect the excellent working relationship between the fire department and EMS. This facility move will allow for any future growth for both departments.”

She went on to say, “AHS EMS is thankful to the Town of Vegreville for accommodating our previous lease at the Emergency Services Building and looks forward to a continued strong working relationship with the town.”

Renovations and improvements have been completed by the landlord, and Lawrence said the bay area will store all three frontline ambulances, a spare ambulance, and the supervisor vehicle. There could be up to six staff there during the day plus a supervisor and four staff at night. She added, “The new facility has good overall access to residential areas as well as the local hospital and access to a major highway in the area.”

The coverage area includes both the Town of Vegreville and surrounding area. Lawrence said, “AHS oversees the delivery of all ambulance service in the province, both via direct delivery and through contracted service providers.”