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response times
Coverage of response times in the Nexus archive.
- Op-ed | FDNY EMS needs a 911 lifeline
FDNY EMS workers face low wages, high turnover, and longer response times, with starting pay at $18.94/hour and 50% of new EMTs quitting within five years. The union advocates for fair wages comparable to firefighters and hospital professionals, citing unsustainable conditions and risks to public safety.
- Furious LA firefighters take rarely seen step in fight against Karen Bass: ‘Domino effect’
Los Angeles firefighters are facing severe strain due to extended shifts, unpaid wages, and a stagnant city budget, exacerbating rising emergency call volumes and response times. The crisis has pushed the system to the brink, with workers reporting collapse-like conditions.