Twin City Ambulance Corporation

03/09/2026

Our deepest condolences to our partners at Brighton Volunteer Fire Co #5 and the Meyer family.

The Brighton family is again hurting. We are heartbroken the share the sudden passing of our President, Derek Meyer. Derek was a 16 year member of the fire company and was just recently installed to his first term as President. Our hearts are heavy and in shock. More details will follow in the coming days. Please keep Derek’s family in your thoughts and prayers.

02/19/2026

Paramedic, magician, stand-up comedian, author and martial arts instructor. Thank you for spending the last 29+ years as part of the Twin City Ambulance team! Congratulations!

02/17/2026

Ambulance and paramedic companies across New York state are sounding the alarm about proposed Medicaid cuts that could significantly impact ambulance services.

02/17/2026

We need your help. Governor Hochul's budget proposal threatens to cut reimbursement vital to EMS. Please follow the link below to help us stop the proposed cut to Medicaid crossover payments.

https://takeaction.io/unyan/reject-proposed-medicaid-crossover-cut-for-ambulance-services-fy2027-2/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQAKz1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeE9EDbOaN7zoHcSJn119iXrTw8fY05wmHBI0sybZVVfk1-0R1VtyBBSleTjU_aem_6yfV91AMkxHQK2zxX0G-zA

02/13/2026

NYS is attempting to eliminate a portion of reimbursement for patients who are covered by Medicare and Medicaid. This will cripple an already strained industry. EMS is not considered an essential service in NYS. This could result in closures and leave vulnerable NY communities without ambulance services.

02/09/2026

02/02/2026

Always on standby to assist our partner fire departments. We remain on scene to assist in the event of a medical emergency.
Also take this PSA to use space heaters with caution and never use a stove or oven as a heat source to warm your home!

01/23/2026

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COLD, COLD, & COLD ❄️ Stay warm and stay safe!

Tonight 01/23/2026

A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around -2. Wind chill values as low as -15. West wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible.

Watch for frostbite signs – Numbness, tingling, white or grayish skin.

01/23/2026

Make sure to check on elderly family and neighbors, especially if they lose power! They are more susceptible to negative effects of cold temperatures.

Statement from Niagara County Emergency Services Director Jon Schultz: “Between the extreme cold and potential for a significant amount of snow, we could be facing some dangerous conditions through Monday. This has led the governor to already declare a state of emergency for all of New York, which allows for quicker deployment of resources wherever needed. Having said that, there is still uncertainty on the route the storm will take and how it will impact Niagara County. I encourage everyone to take all necessary precautions, especially when it comes to dealing with the cold. While we hope it’s not as bad as it could be, we need to be prepared.”

Click on the link below to view the full update from the US National Weather Service Buffalo NY: https://cms5.revize.com/revize/niagaracounty/Document_center/News/News%202026/BUF_23Jan2026-14.pdf?t=202601231157130

01/18/2026

They say this storm could last days. Please do not go out in low visibility conditions. For your safety and the safety of our team members, stay in where it is warm. And remember, the emergency vehicles can not see through a blizzard any easier than you can. Give grace if it takes a couple more minutes for emergency services to arrive.
And only call 911 for emergencies.

01/09/2026

All hospitals and the Erie county department of health are saying the same thing. Ambulance services and hospitals are experiencing higher than normal volumes.

01/08/2026

Our partners have offered some very important information about the current state of this flu season. Please read and take precautions to keep yourselves healthy.

Local hospitals and ambulance services continue to experience significant strain due to an increase in patients with severe respiratory symptoms. Urgent care facilities, doctors’ offices and telehealth services are often faster, more efficient options for medical care

During a call this week with Erie County Department of Health (ECDOH) staff, emergency medical service agencies and hospital system representatives reported ongoing challenges in EDs across the region. Volunteer and professional ambulance crews face extended turnaround times – up to two to three hours – to transfer patients to hospital care. ED volumes have been consistently high for several weeks. Patients experience longer-than-usual wait times to be triaged and seen. Delays in discharges to follow-up care facilities place additional strain on patient care. The end result: additional stress on the entire healthcare system.

The recent reported influenza case increase has led to more patients with more severe illnesses, requiring higher levels of care and longer hospital stays. When patients who have relatively minor symptoms call for an ambulance or visit an ED, they use limited hospital resources that could be used to treat patients with severe, life-threatening conditions.

A primary care provider or urgent care clinic can manage most common illnesses, such as influenza, common colds, sore throats, earaches, minor headaches, low-grade fevers and limited rashes, along with minor injuries like sprains, bruises, minor burns and cuts, broken bones that do not limit movement, and minor eye injuries.

“Reported influenza cases have increased the past few weeks, locally and statewide, and we can expect to see flu circulating into the spring,” said Dr. Burstein. “There is still time to get an influenza vaccine, COVID-19 vaccine or RSV vaccine; these are safe and effective preventive measures. Also, follow other basic guidance to reduce the risk of respiratory illness transmission: stay home and away from others when sick, wash your hands, and wear a mask, especially if you are an older adult or have chronic medical conditions.”

https://www3.erie.gov/health/press/amid-high-patient-volumes-erie-county-urges-residents-use-emergency-departments-and-ambulance

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