An air ambulance charity has raised almost £60,000 for vital PPE for staff.
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance's (EHAAT) appeal for funds to purchase Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has exceed its target of £50,000 in just weeks.
To date the fundraising drive has raised just under £60,000.
EHAAT clinical director Stuart Elms said: “Our crews are going the extra mile at the moment to care for the most seriously sick and injured around the clock, and they really appreciate the way the people of Essex and Hertfordshire have stepped forward to support them and keep them safe during this difficult time.
“The response to the appeal has been amazing. Due to the current government restrictions our communities have not been able to support us in the usual way by attending events, visiting our shops or taking part in some of our fundraising initiatives, but they have really got behind this appeal.”
The money raised will help EHAAT cover the cost of providing PPE for its critical care teams for six months.
EHAAT crews are continuing to attend road traffic accidents, cardiac arrests and medical emergencies across Essex, Hertfordshire during the coronavirus pandemic.
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