Paramedic Services Week

We’re familiar with the flashing lights and sirens, but what’s it like to be inside an ambulance, responding to emergencies. This is paramedic services week and our Britt Dixon got a first hand look on a ride along with Hamilton paramedics.

On a normal day there are 29 ambulances on Hamilton roads, and they’re busier than ever.

Paramedics responded to more than 40 opioid overdose calls in May, a number that keeps climbing.

For Hamilton paramedics, the job is challenging.