### Cruz Roja Tijuana Spends 7 Million Pesos Annually on Gasoline
The Mexican Red Cross (CRM) in Tijuana dedicates approximately 7 million pesos per year solely to fuel for its fleet of 15 first-response ambulances, according to the director of the institution, Alberto Quintanar. The organization’s annual expenditure totals around 45 million pesos, which covers salaries, medical supplies, and vehicle maintenance.
### High Maintenance Costs for Ambulances
Maintaining an ambulance is not cheap; each unit incurs a maintenance cost of about 3.2 million pesos annually. Frequent damages caused by the city’s challenging terrain, characterized by numerous mountains, contribute significantly to these expenses. Quintanar mentioned, “Typically, an ambulance in this city lasts about three to four years due to the heavy wear and tear.”
### Backup Units Enhance Operational Efficiency
To mitigate the impact of frequent damages, the CRM uses a system of rotating ambulances. A unit donated by the administration of Mayor Monserrat Caballero Ramírez serves as a replacement when another unit is under repair. Quintanar explained, “The donated ambulance acts as a spare; we bring it into service when another vehicle is out for repairs.”
### Emergency Calls and Traffic Accidents
Approximately 12% of the emergency calls received by CRM in Tijuana are related to traffic accidents. This statistic underlines the urgent need for a well-maintained fleet of ambulances to ensure timely medical response in the city.
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### Secondary Article: Emergency Response Improvements in Tijuana
#### Decreased Response Times
In recent years, Tijuana has seen a decrease in the response times of emergency services. This improvement is due to better resource allocation and an increase in the number of operational units, benefiting residents in critical situations.
#### Addressing Healthcare Shortfalls in Baja California
Efforts are ongoing to address healthcare service gaps in Baja California. Investments in medical infrastructure and the acquisition of new medical equipment are part of the region’s broader strategy to enhance healthcare delivery.
#### Local Updates
**Tijuana Malecón Renovation**: The reconstruction of Tijuana’s boardwalk is progressing, although some citizens are ignoring warning signs about the ongoing construction.
**Monument for Fallen Lifeguards**: Plans are underway to build a monument in honor of lifeguards who lost their lives in the line of duty at Playas de Tijuana.
**Police Suicide Rates**: Tijuana ranks among the cities with the highest police suicide rates in the country, prompting increased psychological support services.
**Temperature Forecast**: Expect cloudy skies with a maximum temperature of 29°C and a minimum of 22°C at night.
**Local Crime**: Recently, three bodies and other human remains were found in various locations across Tijuana.
#### Collective Marriages
A recent collective marriage ceremony in Playas de Tijuana saw 152 couples tying the knot. Over the current municipal administration’s three years, six such ceremonies have married a total of 6,000 couples.
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