Surge in 911 Calls as Oahu Down Two ERs

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The recent closure of Hawaii Medical Center’s two hospitals — including two emergency rooms — has led to an increase in 911 calls, according to EMS officials.

KHON reports:

The increase has at times taxed the city’s ambulance service.

As a result the city has turned to its partners, the federal fire department and American Medical Response to help shoulder The load at no cost to the city or patient.

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