Rural Kansas EMS Faces Volunteer Shortage Threats
In Sublette Kansas EMS led by Orth for 25 years, 32 volunteers and three ambulances cover calls but 24 hour staffing is hard as two qualified personnel are required per call. Pay and stipends are debated while many volunteers work without pay though they see it as community service.
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Kansas EMS system study shows volunteer and paid roles
More than 10,000 attendants provide certified emergency medical services in Kansas. Breakdown: 1,075 first responders with 45–70 hours training. 6,034 emergency medical technicians with 120–200 hours. 932 EMT intermediates with 40–60 hours. 155 defibrillator technicians with 27–40 hours. 518 EMT Intermediates with defibrillator training. 1,520 mobile intensive care technicians with 1200+ hours. Many volunteers. Funding relies on fees, fundraising, and public support. rural services face cost, staffing, and transport challenges. leaders stress collaboration and better recognition.
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Kerry McCue
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Fort Leavenworth Chapel Destroyed by Fire
A 112 year old St. Ignatius Chapel on Fort Leavenworth was destroyed by a morning fire spotted at 6 a.m. by a passing motorist. No injuries were reported. The 1889 building’s complete loss prompted a fire investigation to determine the cause.
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St. Ignatius Chapel
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