Burton Community First Responders

Community First Responders working with West Midlands Ambulance Service, responding to critically ill patients within local communities

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

💔 Ambulance staff see first hand the devastating impact that knife crime can have on individuals, families and communities.

This week, the Knife Angel has returned to Shropshire. Made from more than 100,000 surrendered and confiscated bladed weapons, the striking sculpture serves as a powerful symbol of hope and education.

A huge thank you to our Shrewsbury Development Operations Manager, Liam, for capturing this fantastic photo during its visit to Shrewsbury📸

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, stepdads, grandads, and father figures across WMAS 💚

Whether you're spending today on shift, with family, or supporting your community, thank you for everything you do, both at work and at home.

#FathersDay #TeamWMAS

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

#StormClaudia has arrived 🍃🌧️

Please be careful when you're about & about today...

The wind may cause falling trees and debris, while the rain may lead to flash floods.

Top tip: If you come across flood water, don't drive through it... Even four inches of water can carry a car away!

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

#DidYouKnow around 50% of our patients don't get conveyed to A&E?

Our crews are often able to find alternative care such as GP appointments, minor injuries units or community care.

The good news is, you don't need us to do this for you!

If you're unsure where to get the right help, NHS111 can help guide you on the best care for your needs.

[Nathan Anderson @DiastolicNathan]

SALAD - Suction Assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination. If you intubate you need to know this technique! It has helped me manage some very challenging airways. If you want to learn come join us June 6th https://t.co/Fa0qnKGDUw

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

Heading out on the bike to enjoy the spring sunshine? 🏍️😎☀️

💚 Wear the right gear to protect you.
❌ Don't be a statistic.

Motorcyclists account for just 1% of road users, yet for 18% of road deaths. Tag a rider who needs to see this!

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

"Staff acted with such compassion, care, understanding & support which helped me feel at great ease during such a vulnerable & crucial time.” - A mum

Whilst midwives are on hand to help🤰mums, do you know when to call an 🚑 during pregnancy or labour? 👉https://t.co/YUbtrZoSdJ

[Burton Community First Responders @responders60345]

Out today trying to secure our first response vehicle. It is a fine line between affordability and having a safe reliable vehicle for our responders.

[Midlands Air Ambulance Charity 🚁 @MAA_Charity]

Did you know? On average, we respond to a horse rider every week. 🐎

We rely on local businesses like @Cdysonracing, who've made over 74 missions possible, and supporters like YOU!

Join us at Stratford Races on the 10th of March!

🎟 Tickets: 🔗 https://t.co/88muAokC0g

[Midlands Air Ambulance Charity 🚁 @MAA_Charity]

🔴✨ All this week, Dudley Zoo and Castle will be shining the red light on their iconic Tecton turnstiles to show their love for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity 🚁❤️.

It's great to see our fellow charities getting involved in our Wear it Red campaign! 👏

#WearItRed2025

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

#DidYouKnow that the LGBT+ community are more likely to experience or be diagnosed with mental health issues such as depression, PTSD and anxiety?

Our Mental Health Response Vehicles are staffed by specially trained paramedics to help anyone who is in a mental health crisis, no matter race, religion or sexual orientation, get the care they need. 💚

This #LGBTplusHM25, we celebrate the incredible contributions of LGBT+ individuals in healthcare and beyond, while also recognising the challenges many still face. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

[West Midlands Ambulance Service #HelpUsHelpYou @OFFICIALWMAS]

So you want to be a Paramedic? 🤔💚

If you're thinking about joining us as a Student Paramedic, our upcoming Open Evening at Sandwell Hub may be worth a visit!

You'll be able to talk with different teams including finding out more about the fitness tests and some interview tips just as our applications reopen on Monday 10th February. 🚑

Book a space here ➡️ https://t.co/By9Zho9wm6

[Burton Community First Responders @responders60345]

@OFFICIALWMAS Congratulation to everyone. Enjoy the driving course!

[Burton Community First Responders @responders60345]

@StuLittle1972 @NatashaMDay Many years ago we used to issue a set of A to Z map books along with details of regular addresses. How things have moved forward. Till the battery goes flat 😀

[John Clucas @eCFR_East_Lancs]

Recognised in the New Years Honours is Roy Farmer, a CFR from West Yorks who has received a BEM for services to the community in Huddersfield, well done!

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[Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service @StaffsFire]

Mobile phones, laptops and e-cigarettes contain lithium-ion batteries.

Follow this safety advice:

🔋 Only use the correct charger provided by the manufacturer
🔋 Don’t cover the charger when it’s in use i.e. under a pillow
🔋 Unplug the charger when it’s not in use

[Burton Community First Responders @responders60345]

Enjoyable day at @OFFICIALWMAS training centre supporting new CFRs currently completing FROS course.

[The Association of Ambulance Chief Executives @AACE_org]

#Schools urged to register #defibrillators as half ‘invisible’ to #ambulance crews ⬇️ https://t.co/ac4s67wfab

[East Staffordshire Borough Council @eaststaffsbc]

We are working closely with several local public organisations to provide residents a number of warm spaces during the colder months.

These community-based locations are completely FREE of charge and offer residents a warm space to enjoy a hot drink.

[Burton Community First Responders @responders60345]

@BertieBusby Best boots I have ever owned for work purposes!