Record number of ambulance calls during heatwave (opens original article in a new tab)

South West Ambulance Service faced record ambulance calls during heatwave, with 3,941 calls recorded on Wednesday, leading to prioritization of sickest patients and calls for workplace adaptations to support emergency responders.

• South West Ambulance Service received 3,941 calls on Wednesday during heatwave, a new record
• Paramedics prioritized sickest patients due to unsustainable call levels
• Unison called for workplace adaptations to help emergency responders in extreme heat
• Calls included increased incidents of falls, breathing difficulties, and unconsciousness