Army Rushed In to Drive Ambulances Amid Covid Crisis

The Army has been called up to back up ambulance services as the coronavirus crisis hits its peak. Eighty troops are now training to drive ambulances and work in control rooms across Hampshire.

Extra Ambulances Hit the Road to Save Lives

This military boost means 20 more ambulances will be on the streets, speeding up response times during the pandemic. The latest vehicles will carry the vital message: “Stay Home. Protect the NHS. Save Lives.”

Stay Safe: Simple Rules to Follow

  • Only leave home for essentials like food, medicine, work, or exercise.
  • Keep a 2-metre distance from others at all times.

The joint effort between the Army and South Central Ambulance Service is vital to Hampshire’s fight against coronavirus. Stay alert, stay safe.

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