Pennsylvania Launches Website That Stores Drivers’ Emergency Contact Information

MT. LEBANON, Pa. — When paramedic Josh Stuart learned of an online method for police officers to quickly track down his loved ones in an emergency, he didn’t think twice about signing up.

“I’m a firm believer that any information is better than none at all,” said Stuart, a paramedic with Medical Rescue Team South Authority, based in Mt. Lebanon, who has more than 20 years of experience.

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