I've seen ambulances at lesser events so it is surprising that they weren't better prepared. I know every activity has risk but I'd like to think that an organized event would be prepared and do everything possible to save a life if it's required. Heck, I have seen EMTs/Paramedics with response units at baseball games (on the off chance someone faints or gets hit by a ball?), 5K's, and horse races.

I was particularly concerned when I read about how far the closest hospital was. I really think that calls for having something on-site, at least more than what they did.

Re the defibrillator, they even have those in the airport parking garage. Seems like standard equipment most places; why not there when there is a higher risk?