WAS Team Members issued life-saving award

On April 24, we had the honor of awarding some of our team members with the Waterford Ambulance Service Life-Saving Award.

On March 16, 2026, at approximately 8:30 in the morning, a 911 call was received for a person trapped at a local business. Waterford Fire Department, Waterford Police Department, and Waterford Ambulance Service were all dispatched to this call. Upon initial arrival, it was confirmed that a person was trapped and quickly freed. CPR was immediately started, and upon the arrival of our crew, they found a male unconscious. CPR was continued until pulses were regained. The patient was transported to a local hospital and has made a full recovery with no lasting effects.

The Town of Waterford recognized all first responders involved in this call. Each organization provided its own recognition for its team members involved.

EMTs Leah and Nate were both awarded the Waterford Ambulance Service LifeSaving Award, which will be displayed on their uniforms. This award is earned when team members go above and beyond the call of duty, and their actions have made a significant and lasting impact. Their actions also strengthen and promote our mission statement. Our team’s mission is to provide prompt, effective, and high-quality emergency care to the Waterford community while prioritizing the safety and well-being of all individuals.

We congratulate Leah and Nate, as well as members of the Waterford Fire Department, the Waterford Police Department, and the Waterford dispatchers, all of whom were involved in this call.

Every day, our community is protected by some of the most professional, hard-working, dedicated EMS providers!

(Left to Right) Director of Operations, Mark Greczkowski, EMT Leah, victim of incident, EMT Nate