City of Nome to Transfer Ambulance Services to Norton Sound Health Corporation

In a move to enhance emergency medical services, the City of Nome has opted to transfer the operation of its ground ambulance services to Norton Sound Health Corporation (NSHC). This change, scheduled to take effect at 12:01 a.m. on April 30, aims to ensure a more reliable and efficient response to medical emergencies. The decision was finalized with the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement on April 19. The change was prompted by the need for more consistent ambulance coverage. Previously the city operated a volunteer-based ambulance service. NSHC will provide 24 hour, seven day per week coverage with two qualified staffers working 12 hour shifts. They also plan to schedule a second-out team to ensure back up coverage. With NSHC operating the ambulances Nome City Manager Glenn Steckman anticipates improvements to the quality of service.
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State of Alaska Prepares for Annual Prescribed Burning Operations in Delta Junction, Fairbanks, Mat-Su Areas

The State of Alaska, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DOF) is preparing for multiple prescribed burns in the Delta, Fairbanks, and Matanuska-Susitna Areas. Burning operations will begin as early as April 30, weather and conditions permitting. The prescribed burns are planned for the following areas: DOF, in partnership with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), are planning to burn fields of the Delta Junction Bison Range as early as April 30, depending on weather and fuel conditions. Firefighters from State Forestry & Fire Protection along with Red Carded staff from ADF&G will use drip torches to ignite the fields. DOF staff and members of Pioneer Peak Hotshot Crew will be on site to assist in monitoring and controlling the burn. There may be smoke visible in Delta Junction, the surrounding communities, and on the Alaska Highway; signs will be posted to caution traffic.
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