Purchased in 2016 our Quick Response Vehicle, also known as QRV 1 is a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 4-wheel drive pickup truck with a camper shell. In the bed of the truck is a slide out drawer, for ease of loading and unloading equipment.
QRV 1 is a very flexible vehicle and is utilized in a variety of ways. QRV 1 is equipped with all the necessary Advanced Life Support equipment and is used by Paramedics in response to emergencies on the beach, mutual aid to our neighbors on the island and mainland, 2nd or 3rd out calls, and for major scene rehab.
The QRV is stocked with fire rehabilitation equipment, such as cooling fans, shelters, seats, tarps and monitors. This equipment is crucial to assess and track fire personnel’s vital signs including their carbon monoxide blood levels.
You've probably seen QRV 1 on the roads often, its also used for quick trips around town, purchasing supplies, and or, doing other errands.