By JONATHON HOWARD
NOOSA Ambulance Officers are calling on motorists to be “patient and courteous” on the roads as they work through one of the busiest periods of the year.
Paramedics will receive more than 200 phone calls per day from Caloundra to Tin Can Bay with many “code one“ emergencies.
The lifesavers on the road are clocking up thousands of kilometres and every minute counts.
Officer in charge at Cooroy and advanced care paramedic Danielle Williams said it was important that motorists take it easy.
“In Noosa we receive a wide range of calls for help,” she said.
“There are calls to the beach, houses and on the roads – it’s always going and there’s very little down time.
“It’s helpful when other motorists acknowledge ambulance drivers and they get out of the way in the safest and quickest way possible.“
Residents are also being encouraged to download and familiarise themselves with the new “Emergency” app – designed for iPhone and Android devices.
“The app can give you instant access to triple-zero and can assist with your GPS location to assist drivers,” Ms Williams said.
