EMMCO West, Inc. is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Dually with approximately 177,000 miles. The vehicle remains in service and is being sold solely due to its limited operational use.

The truck has been well maintained during EMMCO West's ownership; however, it was purchased used. A recently identified mechanical issue has caused the left rear brake caliper ... (Full Story & Photos)

We partnered with the local ABC/FOX affiliate WJET-TV/WFXP/YourErie.com for an EMS Week feature on the program, Our Erie. This show highlights regional organizations and events in our community.

We extend our thanks to Community Ambulance, Superior Ambulance, and Emergycare for their involvement in producing this video. We are proud to share this collaboration, which recognizes the dedication of ... (Full Story)

EMMCO West and Millcreek Paramedic Service recently participated in Career Day at Chestnut Hill Elementary School. Amy Work of Millcreek Paramedics joined the event, bringing an ambulance to give students an up-close look at emergency medical services.

The visit provided an opportunity to introduce students to EMS equipment and share information about careers in emergency medical services. The goal ... (Full Story & Photos)

Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen visited EmergyCare in Erie today to highlight new equipment upgrades that are helping to improve patient care during the more than 2.2 million emergency calls they handle each year, while also keeping EMS professionals safe. Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2026–27 budget includes an additional $6 million from the EMS Operating Fund to help EMS teams enhance care, ... (Full Story & Photos)

Life is built from small moments—coffee before sunrise, sideline cheers, a hand squeezed at the right time. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can happen to anyone, anywhere, interrupting those moments without warning. Our latest video shows us what’s worth protecting and how being prepared can help. We hope it sparks conversations about readiness in your home, school, workplace and community, and encourages ... (Full Story & Photos)

“Who’s Coming for Us?” — A Fictional Story, A Very Real Crisis

Though the recent article “Who’s Coming for Us?” by Carly Strong is fictional, the situation it describes is alarmingly real for many communities across our region. Ambulance services are disappearing. Response times are growing longer. Families are being forced to face medical emergencies without trained help.

We urge you to take a ... (Full Story & Photos)

Preparing for your agency’s ambulance inspection is a structured process, with comprehensive resources readily accessible on our website: www.emmco.org. Here’s a brief guide to navigating your inspection successfully:

1. Utilize Inspection Checklists

Inspection checklists are invaluable tools that detail the specific criteria we will be looking for at the inspection. Ensure your agency’s compliance ... (Full Story)

From The Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania

A Call To Action

In response to Pennsylvania’s EMS crisis and the June 2023 Senate hearing, the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania (AAP) formed an EMS Workforce and Solutions Group to unite stakeholders in strengthening the EMS system. Participants included AAP Board members, regional council representatives, Bureau of EMS staff, and state legislators. ... (Full Story & Photos)