Most residents are very familiar with the gleaming gold & white vehicles that can be seen about Putnam County. Licensed by the state of West Virginia, the Advanced Life Support Units (ALS) are fully equipped to provide the highest standard of pre-hospital emergency care. All on board are highly trained Paramedics and EMT's. These individuals undergo vigorous training and continuing education to be able to offer Putnam County citizens the best possible services. Response time average to 10 minutes throughout Putnam County.