With the passage of Measure X came the formation of the Fire Department EMT program, along with the purchase of ambulances and equipment. The timing of this development was extremely advantageous when calls for service were greatly elevated during the height of the pandemic. The program continues its success, with the addition of a new EMT Academy in October with 14 new EMTs. Through mentoring, the program encourages talented EMTs to enter Oceanside’s Firefighter/Paramedic Academies.
