The Emergency! series ran for six seasons from 1972-1979, inspired by California legislation signed by Governor Ronald Reagan in 1970. This law enabled the creation of firefighter paramedic programs across California, with the Los Angeles model showcasing the emerging specialty of Emergency Hospital Medicine. The show features the Los Angeles County Fire Department's Station 51, where firefighters train to become certified FF/PMs. The station is equipped with state-of-the-art gear, including a mobile radio and portable EKG machine, allowing FF/PMs to communicate with ER specialists at hospitals like Rampart General. The series depicts a range of rescues, from spectacular to routine, and highlights the importance of prompt field treatment by FF/PMs in saving patients' lives.
Aired: Jan 21, 1972 A lady who was injured in her car accident is worried about her dog, yet John...
