Emergency response times in some areas have stretched to an average of 13 minutes for life-threatening calls, according to fire officials, who attribute the delays to heavy traffic, a reduced number of available ambulances, and an unusually high volume of emergencies. The strain on resources highlights growing challenges in providing timely medical assistance during critical situations. Authorities are examining how to address these bottlenecks to improve public safety. The situation underscores the need for solutions to balance demand with limited emergency services.
It took 13 minutes on average to respond to life-threatening emergencies. Fire officials cited traffic, fewer ambulances and a high number of calls.
