2026年7月1日, Spokane县消防区9号开始自行提供救护车服务, Spokane County Fire District 9 starts its own ambulance service July 1, 2026, to improve emergency care in north Spokane.

Spokane县消防区9在购置了三辆新救护车后,将于2026年7月1日启动自己的紧急医疗运输服务。 Spokane County Fire District 9 is launching its own emergency medical transport service on July 1, 2026, after acquiring three new ambulances. 从私人提供者美国医疗反应的转变,目的是改善在北斯波卡内地区、特别是米德地区获得护理的机会。 The shift from private provider American Medical Response aims to improve access to care in the north Spokane area, particularly in Mead. 该区将免除当地居民的收费、账单保险或医疗补助(如果有的话),并且不向未投保的病人索款。 The district will waive fees for local residents, bill insurance or Medicaid when available, and not pursue payment from uninsured patients. 这些车辆经过235天规划后交付,正在准备提供服务,以提高反应时间和公共安全。 The vehicles, delivered after 235 days of planning, are being readied for service to enhance response times and public safety.