Federal Dollars Funding Seven New Ambulances for Territory

The V.I. Fire and Emergency Medical Services has received $1.897 million in federal funding for seven new ambulances, Director Daryl George announced.

The funding is being provided under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 that was signed by President Joe Biden on Dec. 29 while he vacationed on St. Croix, according to the agency’s announcement.

Three of the ambulances will be stationed on St. Croix, three on St. Thomas, and one on St. John, said Jonelle-Alexis Jackson, the service’s public information officer.

“This act is a significant step towards improving the territory’s infrastructure and emergency response capabilities,” according to the announcement. “The new ambulances will provide a more reliable and efficient way to respond to emergencies and ensure that residents of the Virgin Islands receive the highest quality medical care.”