Cherokee County Fire & Emergency Services (CCFES) has taken a groundbreaking step forward in enhancing emergency medical response by officially launching EMS Station 30, a paramedic-only station that marks a new era in integrated, fire-based EMS service delivery.
Located strategically in one of the county’s high-demand zones, Station 30 is the first of its kind in Cherokee County—a unit staffed entirely by certified paramedics who are not cross-trained as firefighters. This model, common in larger metro areas, brings new flexibility to a growing and increasingly complex public safety system.
“This is more than just another station,” said Operations Chief Kevin Lainer. “It’s a symbol of evolution—of how we adapt to better serve our citizens while strengthening the professional lives of our personnel.”…