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Emergency Incidents
Carbon monoxide alarm at Baileys Grove home
Fire
Baileys Grove Dr, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a home near Bailey's Grove Drive in Adel for a fire alarm that was later described as a carbon monoxide alarm after the caller changed the batteries. A separate fire alarm was also reported at an apartment on Pennsylvania Avenue, with no smoke or flames observed.
Car hits deer on Barry Drive near interstate
Traffic
Barry Dr, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible second vehicle hitting a deer on Barry Avenue just north of the interstate. A black SUV is pulled over and a deer is in the roadway, but the passerby caller did not check for injuries.
Traffic stop on red Chevy Sonic on Greene Street
Traffic
Greene St, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a possible traffic stop on a red Chevy Sonic in the 400 block of Green Street, with the vehicle later referenced near the 1200 block of Green.
Alcoholic man heavily intoxicated at Locust Street
Medical Emergency
Locust St, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS and fire crews were dispatched to a possible overdose or poisoning at a location near Locust Street in Desoto. The subject was reported as heavily intoxicated and needing assistance, with law enforcement also present nearby.
Report of company trucks using illegal fuel
Fraud Report
Fairground Rd, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, an information call was made about a trucking company allegedly using red diesel in its trucks for non-agricultural purposes near Fairground Road.
Semi trailer sparking on Interstate 80 westbound
Fire
Interstate 80, Adel, Iowa 50003, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers reported a semi traveling westbound on Interstate 80 near mile marker 104 with possible sparking under the trailer. The trailer was described as a box trailer with “PVT” on the side, and units were asked to locate and check the vehicle if possible.
Reckless driver reported on Elkhorn Drive
Traffic
Grove Street, Adel, Iowa 50003, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers broadcast a report of a possible reckless driver in Adel near Grove Street and Elkhorn Drive, involving a dark gray Ford Fusion traveling southbound on Elkhorn at about 75 miles per hour.
Disabled vehicle blocking road on Ridge Road
Traffic
Ridge Rd, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers provided a motor assist for a disabled vehicle reported on North Ridge Road, where the driver could not start the car and was in the roadway. The driver was advised to turn on hazard lights.
Disabled vehicle in roadway on Northwoods Road
Traffic
Northwoods Rd, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to assist a motorist near Northwoods Road who could not start his car and was believed to be in the roadway. The reporting party was advised to turn on hazard lights while a language barrier was noted during the call.
Male in 40s falls, possible seizure near Main Street in Adel
Medical Emergency
Main St, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location near Main Street in Adel, Iowa, for a man in his mid-40s with a history of seizures and a prior stroke who reportedly fell out of his seat. The cause of the fall is uncertain, and responders were sent to check on him.
Man possibly having seizure near Main Street in Adel
Medical Emergency
Main St, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location on Main Street in Adel for a man in his mid-40s who reportedly fell out of his seat, with possible seizures and a history of stroke.
Man in 40s falls from seat with seizure history
Medical Emergency
Main St, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical fall near Main Street in Adel, where a man in his mid-40s reportedly fell out of his seat. He was reported to be alert, conscious, and breathing, with a history of seizures and a prior stroke.
Tree fire caused by power line on 303rd Place
Fire
303rd Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a tree on fire near R Avenue and 303rd Place in Adel, apparently caused by a power line.
Electrical hazard reported near 303rd Place in Adel
Fire
303rd Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible electrical hazard on 303rd Place, with Engine 441 acknowledging the call.
Electrical hazard on 303rd Place in Adel
Fire
303rd Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews from Desoto and Van Meter were dispatched to a possible electrical hazard near the (number withheld) block of 303rd Place in Adel.
Reckless semi reported on southbound I-80
Traffic
Interstate 80, Adel, Iowa 50003, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a possible reckless vehicle on southbound I-80 near the 110 mile marker, involving a blue tractor pulling an Amazon trailer that was reportedly all over the roadway and unable to stay in its lane.
Propane tank leak reported at Adel residence
Fire
289th Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported propane tank leak near 289th Place in Adel. The caller later reported that the leak was no longer active and was no longer on scene.
Propane tank leak reported at Adel residence
Fire
289th Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible propane tank leak near 289th Place in Adel. The caller reported a gas odor that was no longer leaking and was no longer at the scene when responders arrived.
Gas leak reported at home in Adel
Fire
289th Pl, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible gas odor or leak near 289th Place in Adel. The caller later reported that the leak was no longer active and was no longer on scene.
Man needs assistance changing catheter at home
Medical Emergency
Van Fossen Ln, Adel, IA 50003
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible sick person at an apartment on Van Fossen Lane in Adel. A conscious and breathing man reportedly needed help changing a catheter.
