Escambia County, FL

04/01/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/01/2026 11:55

Commissioner Hofberger, Escambia County to Host Free CPR Class April 15

District 4 County Commissioner Ashlee Hofberger, in partnership with Escambia County Public Safety, invites residents to attend a free community hands-only CPR class on Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. The class will be held at the Tryon Library, located at 1200 Langley Ave.

This is the second community CPR class hosted by Commissioner Hofberger and Escambia County Public Safety, with the first class drawing more than 60 attendees.

This practical training will focus on hands-only CPR training from Escambia County EMS, learning a simple and effective technique that can save lives during cardiac emergencies when immediate action is critical. The class will also include education on recognizing and responding to signs of a stroke. No prior medical training is required, and the class is open to all members of the community.

According to the American Heart Association, hands-only CPR by a bystander is as effective as conventional CPR for teens and adults in the first critical minutes of cardiac arrest and can double or triple a victim's chance of survival when performed immediately.

"Prepared communities are safer communities," Commissioner Hofberger said. "We saw incredible turnout and engagement at our first hands-only CPR class, which speaks volumes about the heart of this community. We are thrilled to build on that momentum and continue equipping our residents with the confidence and skills to step in and make a life-saving difference when it matters most."

The class is offered at no cost and is open to the public. However, space is limited. Attendees are asked to register for the class here. Residents are encouraged to bring family members, friends, and neighbors to help build a stronger, more prepared Escambia County.

For more information about Escambia County EMS or to view additional upcoming CPR classes, visit MyEscambia.com/EMS.

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