Supporting Ukraine’s Medical Services with Reliable Vehicles
When it comes to providing medical assistance in conflict zones, reliable vehicles are crucial. Ambulances play a vital role in transporting patients to safety, but there is also a need for vans, minibuses, and pick-up trucks that can venture closer to the front lines. These rugged vehicles, equipped with four-wheel drive, are essential for reaching areas where road-biased ambulances cannot go.
However, sourcing reliable pick-up trucks has been a challenge for organizations like the Conflict Medicine Assistance Unit (CMAU). According to spokesperson Brake, purchasing vehicles at auctions often leads to unpredictable results. “We want to appeal to companies with large fleets of vehicles, especially pick-ups,” he stated.
Donated vehicles are welcome, but they must be in good condition to endure the journey and remain operational upon arrival. Many companies dispose of pick-up trucks only when they are no longer roadworthy. Brake emphasized the importance of acquiring vehicles directly from fleet operators, as they are likely to be better maintained.
If you are a fleet operator willing to contribute to the CMAU’s efforts, you can follow the link provided or contact Brake directly. Your support could make a significant impact on the medical services in conflict-affected regions like Ukraine.
Uliana Kovalyshyn, project manager for the CMAU, expressed gratitude for the support received, highlighting the challenges faced by medical facilities in Ukraine due to ongoing conflicts. With 173 facilities destroyed and 1218 damaged since the invasion, the need for reliable vehicles and resources has never been more critical.
