AFAIK judging from the news images, the EMT was struck on the back side of a blind curve. That said, traffic had to be slowing, there's most always a good deal of traffic there and any problem starts to back traffic up. I can't understand how this woman was unable to avoid and had so much speed that after that she lost control. Regardless, since I may get tagged with jury duty, I'll reserve judgment.
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It is pretty hard to see flashing lights or cars pulled over during the day from any distance when there is traffic in front of you. Its not unusual for me to not be able to see them until I am within 100 yards or less, and if there is any kind of traffic in the other lane, thats not a lot of distance to work with.

Not having witnessed the event, I will not comment on the fault or no-fault of the driver in this case. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of this EMT and know for certain that but for the grace of God, that I too on numerous occasions may have suffered the same fate.

What I will say, having been in Emergency Services for over 20 years, is that “fault” is a two way street. I have personally witnessed many times when 1st Responders (Police, EMS, Fire/Rescue) have developed tunnel vision or a sense of invulnerability and do not take proper caution when working in potentially hazardous areas. I have had new guys pumped on adrenaline pop out of the apparatus without even looking to see if another vehicle was coming. On the other hand, I have also witnessed (more frequently) the poor judgment of drivers, both in-route to a call and as they approach the scene of an event/accident. Many times when in-route and you are approaching a vehicle from behind, they suddenly realize you are behind them, they freeze, slam on their brakes, forcing you to take evasive action.

Pete

All good points Pete. You're right, safety IS a dependent on watching your own butt too.