By paNOW Staff

Busy long weekend for Parkland Ambulance Paramedics

May 23, 2016 | 4:00 PM

Parkland Ambulance Paramedics fielded 82 calls for service over the May long weekend.

A car crash just before 3:30 p.m. Monday, May 23 was the only major incident during construction and traffic on the Diefenbaker Bridge. The crash happened on Hwy.55 E. two kilometres East of the city. 

Two people were cared for and taken to hospital in good condition for further care.

On Saturday, May 21 they responded to several assaults around the city, treating four people for minor injuries.

A car crash Sunday, May 22 on the Wahpeton Reserve sent two people to hospital with injuries.

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Many more medical emergencies also required paramedic’s attention.

The long weekend isn’t over yet however. Parkland Ambulance cautions everyone to stay safe on the roads when travelling home.

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