Emergency Medical Services

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West Palm Beach Fire Department has provided Advanced Life Support to the citizens of the city since 1975. At present approximately 90% of all operational personnel are trained to the Paramedic level, and the remaining 10% are Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT).

All West Palm Beach Fire Rescue apparatus (Engines, Ladders, Squad and Rescues) are Advanced Life Support (ALS) certified, and are capable of providing the latest treatments and interventions in advanced emergency medicine.

West Palm Beach Fire Rescue currently staffs 10 ALS Rescue/Transport units on a 24-hour basis responding to over 30,000 emergency calls per year. West Palm Beach Firefighters are cross-trained as Paramedics, EMT's, Special Operation's Technicians, Hazardous Materials Technicians and Dive Rescue Specialists. They respond to a variety of emergency incidents and provide the citizens with the highest level of Emergency Medical Services available.

West Palm Beach Fire Department is at the forefront of Emergency Medical Services. The services provided to the citizens of West Palm Beach are cutting edge and in line with best practices nationwide. The call types responded to include trauma, respiratory arrest, diabetic emergencies, cardiac arrest and we are prepared for emerging threats like COVID-19 and active assailant incidents.

Quick Actions Saved Youngster's Life

The NBC Today show highlighted the actions of West Palm Beach Fire Department Paramedics who worked to save a youngster, 6-year-old Oscar Stuebe. Oscar was struck in the chest by a fly ball during a game at Phipps Park in West Palm Beach. The boy's mother, Sarah Stuebe, started CPR until paramedics from West Palm Beach Fire Station 2 could arrive and take over, then get the youngster to St. Mary's Medical Center. The station, located at 4301 South Dixie Highway, is adjacent to Phipps Park.

Here is the interview with Oscar's mom on the Today Show.

WPB TV18 was there when Oscar met his paramedic heroes at Station 2, 4301 South Dixie Highway.

Division Chief of EMS

CHIEFMORAN.jpg The West Palm Beach Fire Department has been leading the way in paramedicine since 1975.

Our department offers a wide range of services to our community to ensure their safety and well-being. Our highly trained emergency medical personnel are available 24/7 to respond to all types of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest, respiratory distress, trauma, and more. We also provide transport to local hospitals for patients who require further medical attention.

Additionally, we provide preventative services and work closely with local healthcare providers to provide community outreach programs for chronic disease management. Our department also has specialized teams for hazardous materials incidents, technical rescue, and disaster response.

We are committed to providing the highest level of emergency medical care to our community, and continuously strive to improve our services through ongoing training and education.

Tom Moran
Division Chief of EMS

Community Paramedic

The West Palm Beach Fire Department Community Paramedic Program is an innovative way to provide healthcare services to underserved communities.

This program utilizes highly trained paramedics to provide preventative care, chronic disease management, and basic healthcare services to community members who may not have access to traditional healthcare services. In addition to providing medical care, these paramedics also work to connect patients with local resources, such as food pantries and housing assistance programs. The program has been successful in improving health outcomes for community members and reducing the burden on emergency rooms and hospitals. Overall, the Fire Department Community Paramedic Program is a valuable resource for communities looking to improve access to healthcare services.

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