Lodi Fire Department launches ALS program, unveils paramedic team and unit

By Wes Bowers

Lodi News-Sentinel

LODI, Calif. — When Lodi Fire Chief Ken Johnson first came to the department four years ago, one of his goals was to implement an advanced life support program to improve patient outcomes.

So, he immediately formed a committee to explore the feasibility of bringing ALS to his department.

On Monday, that goal came to fruition as the department officially unveiled its new ALS team and truck outside Fire Station 1.

“I can’t tell you how long we have been waiting for this day,” Johnson said. “This is a major milestone for Lodi Fire Department, years in the making. These services are critical and necessary, forming the backbone of urgent medical response for our community.”

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