EmergyCare

🚑💙 Compassion in Action

EmergyCare is proud to recognize Drew Gilarno, a Lakeview High School student, as the recipient of our Compassion in Action Award.

Drew was honored for his extraordinary response after coming upon a serious crash in Mercer County. He immediately called 911, remained with those involved, and helped keep them calm and responsive until emergency responders arrived.

His quick thinking, courage, and compassion made a meaningful difference in a critical moment.

💙 This award recognizes individuals who go above and beyond to care for others, and Drew truly embodies what it means to serve his community.

Please join us in congratulating Drew on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

🚑 Big News for Emergency Care in Our Community! ❤️

EmergyCare is proud to share that we have been officially recognized as a prehospital blood transfusion agency with the national Prehospital Blood Transfusion Coalition!

This advanced level of care is incredibly rare in our region currently; only a small number of agencies in nearby areas like Cleveland and Pittsburgh offer this life-saving capability.

Beginning June 23, this program will be live in Erie, allowing our teams to deliver blood transfusions directly in the field when every second counts.

💙 This means faster, more advanced care for patients experiencing severe blood loss, and a stronger, safer community for all we serve.

Please join us in recognizing the incredible work of our clinical and operations teams who made this possible!

Knowing when to call 911 can save lives and help keep emergency services available for those who need them most.

This summer, take a moment to learn the difference between a true emergency and a situation that may be better handled through urgent care, your doctor, or telehealth.

Our latest blog post shares simple guidance for families, common summer emergencies to watch for, and reminders on when to act fast.

Read more https://www.emergycare.org/blog/when-to-call-911-and-when-not-to-a-summer-guide-for-families and help us spread the word this summer.

WE WILL MISS HARRY!!!

Nothing Bundt Gratitude Giveaway: Harry Latta The Cake of Greatness segment showcases first responders and essential workers to thank them for all the good they do for our community. This month, we delivered a cake to Harry Latta, a longtime f…

🎉 Congratulations on Your Retirement, Harry! 🚑

After an incredible 38 years of service, we proudly celebrate Harry L. Latta as he retires from EmergyCare tomorrow!

Throughout his career, Harry has worn many hats. Serving as an Operations Supervisor, Facilities Manager, Tactical Medic, and EMT-Paramedic, while also dedicating his time as a Preceptor and CPR/ACLS Instructor.

His impact extends far beyond the ambulance. Harry supported our community as a Tactical Medic with Erie Police SWAT and Bomb Teams, earned multiple Life Saving and Rescue Commendations, and even helped bring new life into the world, delivering several babies in the field.

In addition to his professional service, Harry has remained committed as a volunteer EMT and Firefighter with Stancliff Hose Company in Waterford.

Outside of work, Harry is a devoted husband of 46 years to his wife Tammy and a proud father of three sons.

Harry’s dedication, leadership, and compassion have left a lasting mark on EmergyCare and the communities we serve.

💙 Please join us in thanking Harry for his remarkable service and wishing him a well-deserved, happy retirement!

We join our community in remembering Tyler Storicks and extending our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and fellow firefighters.

Funeral arrangements are as follows:

📍 Visitation
Dusckas Funeral Home, 5151 Buffalo Road
Friday, May 29, 2026 | 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

🚒 Firefighter Honor Guard
Those interested in participating may contact Asst. Chief Nick Kuchinski at 814-449-6301

🙏 Prayer Service & Funeral Mass
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Prayer Service at 10:15 a.m. (Dusckas Funeral Home)
Followed by a firefighter procession to
Our Lady of Mercy Church for Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m.

🚨 Procession Participation
Departments wishing to participate:
Contact Captain Nick Kulbacki – 313-580-2423

🚧 Fire Police Assistance
Contact Fire Police Captain Vic Parker – 814-460-8659

💛 Memorial Contributions
Instead of flowers, donations may be made to:
The Storicks family
Fairfield Hose Company VFD
ANNA Shelter

Details on the procession route will be shared once finalized.

Please keep Tyler’s loved ones and his fire service family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Funeral arrangements for Tyler Storicks are as follows:

Friends, family and fellow firefighters may call at the Dusckas Funeral Home, 5151 Buffalo Road, on Friday, May 29th, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Any firefighters interested in being part of the Honor Guard please contact Asst Chief Nick Kuchinski - 814-449-6301

The prayer service will be held Saturday, May 30th, 2026, at the funeral home beginning promptly at 10:15 a.m., followed by a firefighter procession to the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Mercy Church at 11:00 a.m.

Any departments wanting to participate in the procession please contact Captain Nick Kulbacki - 313-580-2423

Any fire police willing to assist please contact Fire Police Captain Vic Parker - 814-460-8659

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family, Fairfield Hose Company, 4896 East Lake Rd., Erie, PA 16511, or the ANNA Shelter, 1555 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16511.

The procession route will be posted as it is finalized.

When a medical emergency happens, it takes a team.

We’re proud to stand alongside Russell Volunteer Fire Department (RVFD) and STAT MedEvac—working together seamlessly to deliver the highest level of care when our community needs it most.

From the first 911 call to advanced life support and air transport, collaboration is what makes outcomes stronger and saves lives.

🚑🚁🚒 It’s not just response—it’s partnership in action.

EmergyCare extends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and brothers and sisters of Fairfield Hose Company on the tragic loss of Firefighter Tyler Storicks.

Tyler’s dedication to serving his community will never be forgotten, and his impact will continue to be felt by all who had the privilege of working beside him.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this unimaginable time.

Rest in peace, brother.

We’re proud to recognize the following EmergyCare paramedics for receiving Clinical Excellence in EMS awards:

Jo Manning – Kane Division
David Metheny – Greenville Division
Austin Goldthwaite – Warren Division
Phillip Latimer – Corry Division
Andrew Schreckengost – Warren Division

Your commitment to high-quality patient care and clinical excellence makes a lasting impact across the communities we serve.

📸 Pictured: Jo, Andrew, and Austin
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding providers!