Charlestown Ambulance-Rescue Service

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2026 Incidents
EMS MIH
Jan 104 10
Feb 109 11
Mar 116
Apr 102
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Total 431 21

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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No Caption 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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🚑 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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No Caption This morning, members of our team had the opportunity to join the Ninigret Pickleball group for a Hands-Only CPR demonstration and community education session

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 11

Thank you to Councilor Slom for the invitation and continued support of public safety and community preparedness initiatives. Teaching lifesaving skills like Hands-Only CPR helps build a safer and more resilient community, and we appreciate everyone who took the time to participate this morning!... (Full Story & Photos)

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🚑 Meet the crew Monday: Abby 🚑 🩺 Abby is from West Greenwich, RI and joined Charlestown Rescue while completing her Bachelor’s of Science from URI

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 08

Abby has been a valuable member of CARS for the past 6 years and has held multiple different roles, ranging from lieutenant to interior designer. She is currently works as a Cardiac on the department.

She most recently graduated from Bryant University’s Physician Assistant program and will soon be starting her career as a Critical Care PA in an ICU.

“My time at CARS has truly shaped me into ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Charlestown Ambulance-Rescue Service appreciates the continued collaboration and support from Rhode Island legislators, EMS leaders, healthcare partners, and community stakeholders as discussions continue regarding Mobile Integrated Health–Community Param

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 05

These programs are already helping improve patient outcomes, reduce unnecessary emergency department utilization, and connect residents with the right care at the right time throughout Rhode Island communities.

We especially want to thank Rep. Tina Spears, Sen. Victoria Gu, and the bill sponsors and cosponsors who have helped advance these important healthcare and public safety discussions.

Please ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Meet the crew Monday!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, June 01

Dylan is from Cumberland, RI and enlisted in the Rhode Island Army National Guard out of high school.

He pursued a career in EMS and began working at Warwick Fire Department as a firefighter. Dylan joined Charlestown Rescue in 2024? and quickly became a great asset to our team as a Paramedic.

He is a rescue swimmer within the department, rope operations qualified and is our resident comedian ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 25

Their sacrifice, courage, and dedication will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the true meaning of the day and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

From all of us at Charlestown Ambulance-Rescue Service, thank you to all who have served and especially to those who gave everything. 🇺🇸

#MemorialDay #CharlestownRescue... (Full Story & Photos)

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Congratulations to Lieutenant Emily Louzon, who was recognized today at the Rhode Island State House as this year’s EMS for Children Champion during the statewide EMS Week ceremony

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 22

This recognition reflects Emily’s dedication to pediatric patient care, education, and advocacy for the children and families we serve every day. We are incredibly proud to have her representing our organization and our community.

Please join us in congratulating Emily on this well-deserved honor! 🚑... (Full Story & Photos)

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