DID YOU KNOW? The History of Our Rescues

DID YOU KNOW: Traditionally, our ambulances have been called rescues. Why? Originally, because they carried rescue equipment such as extrication tools, and life safety nets amongst other essential tools. We started with a bread truck purchased by the department, and gradually, our rescues evolved into emergency medical response units when the paramedic program was first introduced to West Haven. That bread truck paved the way for what are now two rescues in the Center District, Rescue 27 and Rescue 51.