Newsletters/November 2, 2026

EMS Briefing: Monday, November 2, 2026

November 2, 2026
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Prehospital Academy

Monday, November 2, 2026

Here is your daily briefing on recent developments in the prehospital environment.

📰 EMS News Recap
Shooting at CA Mall Kills One, Sends Several to Area Hospitals
JEMS

A shooting at a California mall resulted in one fatality and the transport of multiple patients to local hospitals.

College Annual General Meeting 2026 Board election
AHPRA

The College has announced details regarding its 2026 Board election and upcoming Annual General Meeting.

College 2025-2026 Annual Report
AHPRA

The College has published its annual report detailing operations over the 2025-2026 term.

📈 Operational & Leadership Updates
Wash. firefighters warn station closure could strain EMS response times
EMS1

Washington firefighters are warning that a planned station closure may negatively impact local EMS response times.

How Customer Feedback Drives Meaningful Design Improvements Across an Ambulance Lineup
JEMS

Ambulance manufacturers are utilizing end-user feedback to guide design modifications in their vehicle lineups.

⚖️ Legislative Updates
Ill. county tables ambulance bid process amid funding standoff with hospital
EMS1

An Illinois county paused its ambulance bidding process due to an ongoing funding dispute with a local hospital.