Woodstock Fire Department Deploys New AEDs The Woodstock Fire Department (WFD) has deployed five additional automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in each of the fire department staff vehicles. With the addition of the five new devices, every vehicle in the WFD’s fleet is now equipped with an AED. The devices were purchased with funds received from a national opioid settlement. The State of Georgia opted into national opioid settlements in 2022. Local governments also had an opportunity to join in to help address the effects of the opioid crisis. “When every vehicle in our fleet is equipped with this lifesaving device, the Woodstock Fire Department’s ability to provide crucial Basic Life Support (BSL) to those experiencing cardiac emergencies in our city will be greatly enhanced,” said Woodstock Fire Chief Shane Dobson. In 2023, WFD responded to 6,817 calls for service. Woodstock firefighter/EMTs provide standby emergency medical services for events in the community such as the Woodstock Summer Concert Series, high school sporting events, and community 5Ks. For more information about the WFD and its services, visit WoodstockGa.com/fire. To learn more about WFD job opportunities, visit WoodstockGa.gov/jobs.
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