1 Road Accident: Firefighters Fill Gap as No Ambulance Doctor Present

On the evening of Monday, June 2nd, in Beaux-Songes, a traffic accident highlighted serious issues in emergency response management. The crash involved a car, a van, and a trailer, resulting in one person sustaining a broken foot. However, what angered many was not just the injury itself but also the way emergency services handled the situation.

Witnesses at the scene were shocked to see that the ambulance sent to help did not have a doctor onboard.

This is concerning because the accident required quick, professional medical care. The injured person had to wait on the ground until firefighters arrived.

The firefighters then transferred the patient onto a stretcher and took him to the hospital in an ambulance, but again, no doctor was present.

Where was the medical staff? The absence of a doctor in an ambulance meant to respond to emergencies raises serious questions.

How can such a critical gap exist in a system meant to save lives? In emergencies, every minute counts, and this lack of coordination and readiness could have led to a much worse outcome.

Fortunately, firefighters stepped in to manage the situation. Their swift and professional response prevented further harm.

Yet, it raises the question: should firefighters have to compensate for failures in the healthcare system?

This incident, which could have ended in tragedy, should serve as a wake-up call. An investigation is needed into current emergency protocols, the availability of medical personnel, and how rescue operations are organized.

Today, it was just a broken foot. Tomorrow, it could be a life lost.

Source: l’Express