County EMS Enhances Emergency Response with New Ambulance

Published on September 03, 2025

As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing emergency preparedness and response efficiency, Sampson County EMS has introduced a newly acquired ambulance with advanced life-saving equipment.

During a recent demonstration, EMS Assistant Chief Mark Trathen presented the stair chair’s capabilities to Chairman Allen McLamb and County Manager Allen Vann. The stair chair is designed to safely transport patients down staircases in homes and buildings where traditional stretchers are impractical. The advanced equipment in the ambulance is designed to improve both patient care and responder efficiency.

The county is committed to ensuring EMS teams are equipped for any scenario, from medical emergencies to disaster evacuations.

The ambulance delivery follows recent advancements in the county’s EMS facility and ensures that first responders are equipped not just for today’s emergencies, but for tomorrow’s challenges.

Photo Credit: Rick Sauer

Photo Credit: Rick Sauer

Picture from left to right: Rick Sauer, Emergency Services Director; Mark Trathen, EMS Assistant Chief Mark; Allen Vann, County Manager; Eric Pope, Vice Chair of the Board of Commissioners; Allen McLamb, Chairman of the Board of Commissioners.