IAEP Local 421

Offical Twitter Page for the International Association of EMTs and Paramedics, Local R5-421.
Labor Union representing EMTs & Paramedics in Knoxville,Tennessee

[IAEP Local 421 @IAEPLocal421]

In the morning hours of November 14, 2019 the brave #EMTs and #Paramedics of IAEP Local 77, responded to the shooting at Saugus High School. Today, we recognize and honor them for their extreme courage and bravery. Their actions saved the lives of many students. #Heroes #IAEP77

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This month is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We want to recognize the extremely brave and courageous women who are currently fighting or who have fought the battle over breast cancer.
Please remember, early detection saves lives.
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
#IAEP421

[EMS1 @EMS1]

Tenn. paramedic dies while hiking the Great Smoky Mountains
https://t.co/ot86CyBthf

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It is with great sadness we share the passing of one of our own. Knox County Paramedic Hal Thompson passed away peacefully late Friday evening. Rest Easy Hal.

#EMS #Paramedic #AMR #KnoxCo #TN #IAEP #IAEP421 #Local421 #ThinWhiteLine #EOW

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Be safe while outside in the heat.
#safety #EMS #Heat #summer

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It is with great sadness we share the tragic news from Henry County, TN. EMT Kelsey Yates, 23 was killed in a motor vehicle accident Tuesday. Our hearts and thoughts are with her co-workers, family and friends as they are faced with this difficult time.

#EMS #EOW #ThinWhiteLine

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Shared from IAEP Local 421's Facebook
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#IAEP #IAEP421 #Local421 #VicePresident #VP

@STipton_TN @medicof1

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Scam Alert from Knoxville Police Department

[Knoxville Police TN @Knoxville_PD]

SCAM ALERT: We have received reports of scammers calling and posing as EMS. Scammers will ask about loved ones, say loved ones are injured and request money. As with any scam, verify the validity of the call. If you receive one, DO NOT give money and report it at 865-215-7268.

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We extend our deepest condolences to family and Co-workers of Metropolitan Nashville Police Officer John Anderson, who was tragically killed in a motor vehicle crash this morning. Our thoughts are with his family and co-workers as they face this difficult time.
#ThinBlueLine

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Today, we celebrate our Independence Day!!!
Celebrate this day knowing you are free, for we live in the land of brave men and women.

Please, celebrate responsible. We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July.

#USA #IndependanceDay #July4th #America #IAEP #IAEP421 #Union

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Congratulations, to Dispatcher Anthony Scarbrough being named "American Hero of the Year". Presented by the Optimist Club of Knoxville. Way to go Tony, we are proud of you!!
(IAEP 421/AMR Knox County Dispatch)
#AMR #IAEP #IAEP421 #Dispatcher #Awards #Hero #EMD #EMS #Knoxville

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Tonight, we are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of NYPD Detective Luis Alvarez. Our deepest condolences to his family. Our thoughts will continue to be with his family and all of the @NYPD. Rest easy brother.

#EOW #ThinBlueLine #Hero #NYPD #Police

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Become stronger as one voice! 💪
JOIN A UNION!!!!!

#IAEP #IAEP421 #NAGE #unions #JoinAUnion #GoUnion #Local421 #EMS #EMT #paramedic #TN
#SupportUnions #UnionStrong
@NAGE_National

[Unions 4 Workers @unions4workers]

Unions are attacked because they strengthen workers’ earning power.

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In Memory of Roger William Breeden (1975 - 2019)

Saturday July 22, 2019. East Tennessee Paramedic Roger Breeden was laid to rest. Our hearts continue to go out to his family, friends, and co-workers. Rest in peace Brother.

EOW: June 17, 2019

#ThinWhiteLine #EOW #IAEP #IAEP421

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#FathersDay

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Today, we join all the IAEP family and stand with IAEP Local 30 in Salem,OR as they mourn the loss of one of their own. Our hearts go out to all the members and their families as they go through this difficult time.
#IAEP

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Ohio EMS, we need your help to support PTSD workers' comp changes in your state legislations. Find out more here: (link: https://t.co/8c15Zei9zj)

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NEXT WEEK! IAEP Local R2-020 will be featured in a new series on FOX: First Responders Live, airing Wednesday June 12, at 9/8C. https://t.co/HkLzsHLOP0

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Happy #PrideMonth
#IAEP421 #Local421 #IAEP