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EMS FAQs
Why does a police officer respond to medical emergencies?
The Cromwell Police Department routinely dispatches officers to
medical situations. This is a great help in getting medical aid
to the scene quickly. The officers are trained in CPR and first
aid, and they carry oxygen and medical supplies. We work very
closely with our PD, and value their contribution to the EMS
system in Cromwell.
Why did I get a bill after my ambulance trip?
The CFD bills for ambulance service at rates established by the
State of Connecticut. The Middlesex Hospital Paramedics respond
with us to provide Advanced Life Support services, and they also
bill for their services. If your insurance doesn't cover the
bill in full you may receive a bill for the balance due. If you
have questions about any bill you received related to ambulance
service from the CFD, please call our billing service at
1-800-258-3902.
EXPLORERS FAQs
What is the Explorer Post?
In cooperation with the Boy Scouts of America, the CFD sponsors
an Explorer post for young people ages 14-17 interested in
emergency services. Under adult supervision, Explorers receive
training in first aid, CPR, firefighting, and related fields.
They provide support activities at emergency scenes in a safe
area, such as helping to change air bottles or helping EMS
personnel with rehab.
How can I join the Explorers?
Contact Sean Angus, Head Explorer Advisor, by calling our dispatch
center at 860/635-5211.
FIRE-RESCUE FAQs
How many pieces of apparatus do you have?
Cromwell Fire Department has 1 small brush/attack pumper, 4
full-sized "Class A" pumpers, 1 heavy rescue, 1 aerial truck, 2
utility trucks, 1 Gator, and 1 stretcher golf cart. We also have
3 ambulances, 1 inflatable
"zodiac" rescue boat, and a full-size boat for river operations.
Why do you have such a humongous Rescue truck?
The Rescue serves a number of vital purposes. It is classified
as a "heavy rescue," meaning it is equipped for a wide variety
of technically complex rescue situations. We respond to a great
many auto accidents on I-91, Route 9, and in town where
extrication is required.
The Rescue also serves as a mobile air tank refilling
station, so we can refill firefighters' self-contained breathing
apparatus at emergency scenes. Inside the back section is a
Command area, equipped with multiple radios, cell phones,
computers and a fax machine.
We also carry EMS equipment for treating patients at
multi-casualty incidents, and special ropes and equipment for
high angle rescue. Every inch of the Rescue truck was designed
with a purpose in mind, and it provides a valuable service to
our community and the surrounding areas.
How many Hurst tools do you have?
We have five Hurst tools, commonly known as the "Jaws of Life."
These powerful cutting and prying tools are used to quickly gain
access to patients trapped in wrecked cars and other situations.
The Rescue has two tools on hydraulic hose reels for quick
deployment, and a backup unit powered by a traditional
stand-alone generator. Engine 1, Engine 2 and Engine 3 also carry Hurst
tools. We need this many tools because it is common for us to
either need more than one tool at the same crash, or to be
called to multiple crashes at the same time.
There aren't any skyscrapers in Cromwell. Why do we need
an aerial?
The Aerial truck is extremely important for fighting structure
fires of any size, and we use it a lot. Also, in event of a fire
in a large, single-story building, such as a grocery store, the
100-foot reach of the Aerial can safely extend out over the roof.
This keeps firefighters off the roof surface itself, which can
often collapse during a fire.
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