Excerpts from TheChicagoTribune.com:
On May 15, the new emergency rapid response vehicle made its debut and arrived at Willow Creek Community Church in South Barrington in just 90 seconds to provide medical assistance. This is a major improvement compared to the previous response time of about five minutes, according to Fire Battalion Chief Scott Motisi of the Barrington-Countryside Fire Protection District.
Before the vehicle was re-equipped, another unit would have had to come from the fire station in Barrington Hills, which is farther away. The newly upgraded 2004 Ford Excursion now carries essential medical equipment typically found on an ambulance, along with hydraulic tools and a four-gas monitor. "It’s capable of handling most emergencies during the critical first five minutes," Motisi explained.
The district covers a large area, serving around 20,000 people across parts of Barrington Hills, South Barrington, Lake Barrington, Inverness, Fox River Grove, and portions of unincorporated Cook, Lake, and McHenry counties—spanning 46 square miles. A significant portion of this area doesn’t have fire hydrants.
Instead, firefighters rely on nearby retention ponds and water tenders to supply water for firefighting efforts. “The communities chose not to have hydrants because they prefer larger lots and a more rural feel,†said Roman, a local official.
Tom Long, the board president of the fire district, emphasized the importance of quick access to emergency services. “We’re always looking for cost-effective ways to reduce response times,†he said. The new vehicle operates from the South Barrington Police Department between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Monday through Friday—when the majority of calls occur. “This is data-driven,†Long added. The vehicle handles eight to 10 calls each week, helping the district meet the American Heart Association’s six-minute response goal for cardiac patients.
Fire Chief Jeffrey Swanson mentioned that the district is planning to open a third fire station. “This vehicle will help us prepare for that expansion, though we haven’t selected a location yet,†he said. The current Ford Excursion, valued at $47,500, includes all the necessary medical and emergency equipment. A new, fully equipped model would cost $113,000, according to Swanson.
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