New program led by fire department aims to reduce 911 calls, bring resources to residents - Albert Lea Tribune

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New program led by fire department aims to reduce 911 calls, bring resources to residents - Albert Lea Tribune

A new program is in the works led by Albert Lea Fire Rescue aimed at reducing secondary 911 calls and connecting residents with resources to help them avoid regular trips to the emergency room. Deputy Fire Chief Jeff Laskowske gave a presentation about the program during the Albert Lea City Council meeting on Monday. Laskowske described the program as a community risk reduction program. After someone calls 911 and is taken to the hospital, firef…