Why does a fire truck respond with the ambulance on requests for medical assistance?

All of our firefighters are cross-trained to provide emergency medical care.  This combined response provides the additional personnel necessary to assist with a medical event.  Because the fire truck can help with scene lighting and diverting traffic, this response increases safety for the responders and the patient.  It also carries diverse rescue equipment needed for extracting individuals from a vehicle or confined space.   

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1. Will the Whitefish Ambulance bill my insurance?
2. Does the Whitefish Ambulance have a payment policy?
3. How do I pay my ambulance bill?
4. Does Whitefish Ambulance provide a membership program?
5. Why does a fire truck respond with the ambulance on requests for medical assistance?