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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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Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country

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. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

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

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No Caption Congratulations to Lieutenant Emily Louzon, who was recognized today at the Rhode Island State House as this yearโ€™s EMS for Children Champion during the statewide EMS Week ceremony

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 22

This recognition reflects Emilyโ€™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! ๐Ÿš‘... (Full Story & Photos)

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This week is EMS Week, a time to recognize the incredible people behind emergency medical services

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 17

Established in 1974, EMS Week honors the dedication of EMS professionals who answer the call every day, at every hour, for anyone in need.

To our team, thank you. Thank you for your compassion, professionalism, sacrifice, and commitment to this community. We see firsthand the difference you make in peopleโ€™s lives, often on their worst days.

If you know an EMS provider, take a moment this week ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 2026 Open House!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 16

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We were proud to welcome members of the community to see what we do, meet our personnel, and get a closer look at the equipment and resources we use to serve Charlestown every day. Events like this are a great opportunity to connect with our community and showcase the partnerships that help keep our residents safe.

A special thank you to our exhibiting partners for helping make the day such ... (Full Story & Photos)

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Today, Lieutenant Emily Louzon represented our department at a Healthcare Career Fair held at the Rhode Island Nursing Education Center

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 14

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Emily had the opportunity to connect with high school students and share her journey in EMS as an EMT with our organization, as well as her career as a nurse in the Emergency Department at Westerly Hospital.

Weโ€™re proud of the impact she continues to make both in healthcare and in mentoring the next generation of providers. Thank you, Lt. Louzon, for inspiring future EMS and healthcare professionals!... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption ๐Ÿš‘ Meet the Crew Monday: Ella ๐Ÿš‘ Ella is from South Kingstown and is currently enrolled at University of Rhode Island studying Criminal Justice

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 11

Ella has been an active member at CARS since 2023 and has made tremendous strides during her time with the department.

Recently promoted to Lieutenant, Ella plays an important role in engaging and mentoring new members within the organization. She has a strong interest in technical rescue and has completed Rope Rescue Operations, Rescue Swimmer training, and a Boat Operator course while serving ... (Full Story & Photos)

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๐Ÿš‘๐Ÿฉธ Help Save Lives During EMS Week!

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 08

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Charlestown Ambulance & Rescue is proud to partner with the Rhode Island Blood Center for an upcoming community blood drive.

Every donation can make a lifesaving difference for patients in need right here in Rhode Island.

๐Ÿ“… Monday, May 18
โฐ 11:00 AM โ€“ 3:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Bloodmobile at 4891 Old Post Road, Charlestown

Sign up at ribc.org/drives and use sponsor code: 3654

As EMS providers, we see ... (Full Story & Photos)

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No Caption ๐Ÿš‘ Meet the Crew Monday: Taylor๐ŸŒŸ Taylor is from South Kingstown and attended the University of Saint Joseph for her undergraduate studies and recently began Physician Assistant school at the University of Bridgeport

Charlestown Ambulance Rescue Service, May 04

She joined CARS in 2023 as a volunteer EMT and has since transitioned to a member of our staff. During her time with CARS, Taylor has developed a strong passion for patient care and prehospital medicine.

๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€œMy time volunteering and working at CARS has helped me grow not only as a healthcare provider, but also as a person. Iโ€™m so grateful to be part of such a supportive and dedicated team, and ... (Full Story & Photos)

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