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Philly EMS calls drop 10% during coronavirus lockdown

South Philly rowhome blaze is the city’s sixth big fire this year
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Are fireworks legal in Philadelphia? It’s still up in the air

Philly’s new EMS overdose team is unlike any in the nation

Who’s Next First Responders: 13 young leaders on Philly’s front lines

Nominate someone for Billy Penn Who’s Next: First Responders

Philly paramedics treated more overdoses last year — but used less Narcan

This torched van got a parking ticket because the PPA is ridiculous

Outdated code means July came and went without Philly deciding if fireworks are legal

City website: You can use fire hydrants for fun. City officials: No you can’t.

Old City fire update: Chestnut Street is reopen between Second and Third
