Charlestown Ambulance-Rescue Service

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2026 Incidents
EMS MIH
Jan 104 10
Feb 109 11
Mar 116 6
Apr 103 10
May 101 9
Jun 128 11
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Total 661 57

2025 Incidents
EMS MIH
Jan 130 25
Feb 105 24
Mar 106 26
Apr 86 21
May 102 16
Jun 137 11
Jul 147 13
Aug 155 8
Sep 134 6
Oct 100 5
Nov 112 13
Dec 133 17
Total 1447 185

2024 Incidents
EMS MIH
Jan 101 19
Feb 101 29
Mar 101 25
Apr 121 34
May 109 26
Jun 127 21
Jul 139 43
Aug 150 39
Sept 104 21
Oct 141 24
Nov 96 25
Dec 99 35
Total 1389 341

2023 Incidents
Jan 89
Feb 89
Mar 86
Apr 86
May 97
Jun 111
Jul 167
Aug 171
Sep 124
Oct 112
Nov 107
Dec 106
Total 1345

Year End Total
2025 1458
2024 1389
2023 1345
2022 1522
2021 1364
2020 1085
2019 1331
2018 1074
2017 996
2016 1108
2015 940

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Charlestown Rescue is a non-profit, community based public health service that efficiently provides and manages the integrated pre-hospital care system for the Town of Charlestown, Rhode Island. Our emphasis is excellence in patient care, personnel development and cultural diversity.

We are proud to provide basic and advanced life support ambulance transportation, medical incident command, community education, technical rescue services, and special event coverage.

 

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Our members will be proudly wearing this new commemorative shirt during both the 4th of July holiday and the Town of Charlestown’s 250th Celebration on July 9th!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, July 03

The front of the shirt features a custom America 250-style patch design. The back design highlights our Rescue Team in patriotic style as we celebrate this milestone year with our community.

Shirts are available for purchase here: https://bit.ly/CARS-250th-Shirt

We look forward to celebrating with the community this summer! 🇺🇸🚑... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption We’re proud to announce the acquisition of a Kawasaki Jet Ski at no cost through a government surplus program, supporting the continued growth of our Rescue Swimmer Program

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, July 02

Recently, one of our Lieutenants traveled to Niagara Falls to retrieve the unit, and after service locally, we officially put it in the water today for training with our team.

This addition will enhance our water-rescue capabilities, provide another valuable training platform for our personnel, and strengthen our ability to respond to emergencies in and around our waterways

A huge thank you to ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Use caution!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, July 02

Units are handling at accident Route 1 North at West Beach Rd... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption With the heat expected this week, we encourage everyone to take precautions to stay safe and hydrated

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 30

Heat-related illnesses can develop quickly, especially for older adults, young children, outdoor workers, and those with medical conditions.

Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak temperatures, drink plenty of water, and check on family, friends, and neighbors.

Cooling locations and resources are available throughout Charlestown, including ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Meet the crew Monday!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 29

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Mike B is from Manasquan, New Jersey and attended the University of Rhode Island for his undergraduate studies. He first began working in EMS in 2018 and volunteered at URI EMS throughout college.

After graduating, he worked as a medical scribe with Brown Emergency Medicine.

He first joined CARS as an EMT in 2021, joining for the opportunity to participate in tech rescue and work alongside ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption 🚑 Meet the crew Monday: Angela 🚑🩺 Angela went to Providence College for undergraduate and is currently a medical student at UConn School of Medicine

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 22

Angela has been a member at CARS since 2022, working as a paramedic, MIH Provider and rescue swimmer.

“Being a member of Charlestown has helped my transition to medical school so much. I’ve been fortunate to learn from an incredible group of providers and mentors in Charlestown!”... (Full Story & Photos)

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Please join us in congratulating Deputy Chief Bridget Whaley on two incredible accomplishments!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 15

Last month, Bridget graduated from the UCONN with her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and today she officially passed her APRN certification exam!

Bridget’s dedication to patient care, education, and the EMS profession continues to make a tremendous impact on our organization and the community we serve. We are incredibly proud of her hard work and this well-earned achievement as she continues ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption 🚑 Meet the Crew Monday: Richard 🚑 Richard is originally from Voss, Texas 🤠 and now calls Charlestown, Rhode Island home

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 15

After retiring from the United States Air Force in 2016, Richard joined Charlestown Ambulance-Rescue Service in 2021 as a driver. Not long after joining the team, he earned his EMT license and later his Paramedic license through the NEIT Paramedic Technology Associates program.

Today, Richard serves as a Lieutenant, Boat Operator, Rescue Swimmer, and member of our Board of Directors.

“Joining CARS ... (Full Story & Photos)

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