Here is a summary of Brentwood
Fire and Rescue’s emergency responses for the period of May 21 through May 26,
2012.
We responded to 51 emergency
calls for service.
These calls can be broken down
into the following categories:
Fire: 2
EMS/Rescue: 31
Service Call: 3
Good Intent: 7
False Call: 8
Here is an overview of significant events from this
period’s activities:
Wednesday, May 23 at approximately 11:52 pm:
E2 was dispatched on a report of
1 PT unresponsive. Upon arrival crew members were met by family of the PT, who
advised that they were unable to wake the PT, who was a known diabetic. The PT
was found lying in bed, breathing and with a steady pulse. Vital signs were
obtained, and the PT was determined to be in a hypoglycemic state. EMS arrived
on scene, PT care was transferred, and E2 assisted EMS with establishing IV
access and administering drugs to raise the PT’s blood glucose level. The PT
was reassessed and found to have regained consciousness. After further
stabilizing the PT, the PT signed a refusal of care (stating they did not wish
to be transported to a hospital). All units went available and returned to
quarters.
Friday, May 25 at approximately 1:01 am:
E2 was dispatched on a report of
a dumpster fire. Crew members arrived on scene to find 1 dumpster with its
contents on fire. Personnel connected to a hydrant and filled the dumpster with
water. With the fire extinguished and no other hazards found, E2 returned to
quarters.
Friday, May 25 at approximately 7:54 am:
E3 was dispatched on a report of
a dumpster fire. Upon arrival, E3 deployed a 1 ¾” hoseline and emptied the
contents of their water tank into the dumpster. In addition to the water,
firefighting foam was employed to ensure total saturation and prevent a
rekindle. Once the fire was extinguished, E3 cleared the scene and returned to
quarters.
Saturday, May 26 at approximately 11:39 pm:
E3 was dispatched on a report of
injuries from a fall. Upon arrival, crew members found 1 PT unresponsive at the
bottom of an internal stairway. A rapid trauma assessment revealed that the PT
had a head wound and was exhibiting symptoms of internal head injury. Crew
members obtained baseline vitals, treated the areas of trauma, and packaged the
PT in preparation for transport to an area hospital. EMS arrived on scene, PT
care was transferred, and the PT was transported emergency traffic to an area
hospital.
