Think twice before dialing 999

Publication Date: Sat, 28 Dec 2013


People are being urged to think twice before calling for an ambulance.

Whilst people enjoy the festive period the Island's Ambulance Service is maintaining a 24/7 service.

Traditionally there is a spike in call outs during the holidays - although not all cases actually require a paramedic team.

People are now being asked to consider whether they would be better suited using another service.

Ray Beattie is the deputy chief ambulance officer - he has this message:

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Ray Beattie