EPISODE · Mar 20, 2026 · 6 MIN
Lights and Sirens
from From Science to the Scene · host The National Registry of EMTs
We all know the rush of flipping on the lights and sirens. It feels like we’re flying, but have you ever wondered if that "fast" ride is actually a dangerous gamble?In this episode of From Science to the Scene, the National Registry Research Team dives into a massive study of over 19 million EMS calls. Host Chris Gage breaks down the math on whether "driving hot" actually helps or just hurts.The Shocking Stats:- The Time Myth: On average, lights and sirens only save about 1 to 3 minutes.- The Danger Zone: Using them during a response makes a crash 50% more likely.- The Transport Trap: When you have a patient in the back and use lights and sirens to the hospital, your risk of a crash nearly triples.Is saving two minutes worth a 300% increase in crash risk? Tune in to hear why the data is forcing us to rethink the way we drive.Check out the full study here: https://www.annemergmed.com/article/S0196-0644(18)31325-8/abstract
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We all know the rush of flipping on the lights and sirens. It feels like we’re flying, but have you ever wondered if that "fast" ride is actually a dangerous gamble? In this episode of From Science to the Scene, the National Registry Research Team dives into a massive study of over 19 million EMS calls. Host Chris Gage breaks down the math on whether "driving hot" actually helps or just hurts. The Shocking Stats: - The Time Myth: On average, lights and sirens only save about 1 to 3 minutes....
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