Bnei Brak Bolsters Emergency Services with Two New Ambulances

Bnei Brak has enhanced its life-saving capabilities with the inauguration of two new ambulances from the United Hatzalah emergency medical service. These additions are part of a broader expansion of the city's emergency response system, which includes advanced 'opulances' (likely a type of specialized vehicle), dozens of emergency bicycles, and other emergency vehicles.

The expansion aims to reduce response times to emergency calls, provide faster and more professional medical treatment, and ultimately save lives, with services offered free of charge to residents.

The inauguration ceremony was led by Efi Feldman, the head of the local United Hatzalah branch, who thanked the municipality for its cooperation. Feldman highlighted the branch's growth to approximately 300 volunteers and noted an ongoing paramedic course that will add new volunteers. He also addressed the increasing number of calls to United Hatzalah, emphasizing the goal to expand operations and ensure residents feel empowered to seek help in critical moments.

Mayor Hanoch Zeibert praised the volunteers' dedication and the impressive development of the branch, noting the new vehicles are equipped with the best medical equipment. He pledged the municipality's continued support for the organization's efforts. Deputy Mayors Menachem Shapira and Eliyahu Shoshan also expressed their enthusiasm for the expansion and the strong partnership between the city and the emergency service.

Following the ceremony, Mayor Zeibert toured the new ambulances, receiving a detailed overview of their advanced medical equipment and operational capabilities. Deputy Branch Head Yisrael Alter emphasized that the volunteers operate in full compliance with Halachic guidelines, according to the directives of Rabbi Sinay Halberstam, the branch's rabbi and halachic authority.