ETA-EMS is an active participant in PA Region 4 EMS Strike Team.  The team is comprised of 13 ambulance services from the western part of PA.  The primary mission of PA ST-1 is the transport of patients during a disaster event.  PA ST-1 was actively involved during Hurricane’s Rita and Katrina in 2006.  In order to operate effectively, the team must be completely self-sufficient. 

Amongst the teams significant cache of equipment are 3 large tents, which can operate as field hospitals.  These units are utilized as Casualty Collection Points (CCP’s).  Each CCP has the capability of treating 10 patients laying on cots.  The CCP’s can also be utilized as housing for ST-1 Personnel.