FAST Archives: Parkland

In this deeply impactful episode of The FAST Archives, we focus on the tragic events of the Parkland school shooting on February 14, 2018, through the lens of Peter Antevy, who served as the EMS Medical Director on the scene that day. With his vast expertise in pre-hospital pediatrics and emergency medicine, Peter offers a detailed and respectful reflection on that tragic day, shedding light on what unfolded, what could have been improved, and the critical importance of being prepared for such events.The talk also pays tribute to the efforts of Max Schachter, whose son Alex was among the victims. Max has since dedicated himself to preventing future tragedies, and Peter highlights his efforts to make a difference in school safety.In the show notes, you'll find resources mentioned in the talk and additional materials that have been provided to support responders and communities in preparing for and preventing similar tragedies.We present this episode in memory of the 17 lives lost and in support of the families and communities affected by the Parkland shooting.Show notes:Safe Schools for Alex: https://www.safeschoolsforalex.org/The Panic App/Rave Mobile Safety: https://www.ravemobilesafety.com/Pulsara Wristbands: https://www.pulsara.com/why-wristbands/"We all need to learn 'Stop the Bleed'" Article: https://www.ems1.com/mass-casualty-incidents-mci/articles/fla-medical-director-on-60-minutes-we-all-need-to-learn-stop-the-bleed-bLUgR7O0Lxa9J14S/Life is like A RollercoasterA poem by Alex SchachterLife is like a roller coasterIt has some ups and downsSometimes you can take it slow or very fastIt maybe hard to breath at timesBut you have to push yourself and keep goingYour bar is your safetyIt’s like your family and friendsYou hold on tight and you don’t let goBut sometimes you might throw your hands upBecause your friends and family will always be with youJust like that bar keeping you safe at all timesIt maybe too much for you at times: the twists, the turns, the upside downsBut you get back upYou keep chugging alongEventually it comes to a stopYou won’t know when or howBut you will know that’ll be time to get off and start anewLife is like a roller coaster