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Emergency Incidents
Fire alarm at Roberts Hall on Richardson Court
Fire
Richardson Ct, Ames, IA 50013
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an automatic alarm at a campus building near Richardson Court. Engine 2 arrived at a four-story building, reported it appeared normal from the exterior, and began investigating the alarm.
Automatic fire alarm at NWL Commons in Ames
Fire
Beach Rd, Ames, IA 50013
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an automatic fire alarm at a building near Beach Road. Engine 2 arrived and reported nothing visible from the outside while investigating the alarm in an upper-level corridor.
Medical assist at Kappa Alpha Theta in Ames, Iowa
Medical Emergency
Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical assist at a fraternity on Knapp Street near Ash Avenue and Lynn Avenue. Rescue 2 arrived and took command of the scene.
Fire alarm at multifamily building on Ash Avenue
Fire
Ash Ave, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported automatic fire alarm at a two-story multifamily building near Ash Avenue and the intersection of Sunset Drive and Knapp Street. Engine 2 arrived and began investigating the alarm with nothing visible from the outside.
Person receiving CPR at apartment in Ames
Medical Emergency
S Sherman Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency at an apartment on South Sherman Avenue in Ames. A partner was reportedly trying to start CPR while responders were en route, and officers were also sent to assist.
Medical assist called near South Sherman Avenue
Medical Emergency
S Sherman Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were dispatched to a possible medical issue at an apartment on South Sherman Avenue near South Second and South Third Streets in Ames.
25-year-old man conscious and breathing at apartment
Medical Emergency
Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported medical issue at an apartment complex on Coconino Road in Ames, Iowa. A 25-year-old man was reported to be conscious and breathing.
Medical assist called to The Rose at 1315 Coconino Rd
Medical Emergency
Coconino Rd, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical issue at an apartment in a residential complex near Coconino Road and the intersection of Mortensen Road and Maricopa Drive in Ames, Iowa.
Fire crew checks beeping alarm panel in apartment
Fire
Lynn Ave, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported alarm panel issue at a three-story multifamily building near Lynn Avenue. Residents said the panel was beeping, but crews found nothing showing outside and began investigating.
Smoke alarm from burnt food at Hilltop Road home
Fire
Hilltop Rd, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an automatic fire alarm at a home near Hilltop Road after a smoke detector activated and no one answered the phone. A later callback indicated the alarm was likely caused by burnt food in a microwave. Engine 2 arrived, found no visible fire from the outside, and began investigating.
Medical assist needed near George Washington Carver Ave
Medical Emergency
George Washington Carver Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a possible medical emergency near George W Carver Avenue by Bayberry Road and Bloomington Road.
Girl crying and walking near EHS building in Ames
Medical Emergency
Ames, IA 50011
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a girl crying under a tree near a school building and walking toward a nearby 4-H Extension office. Units were sent to check on her possible mental health and welfare.
Medical assist dispatched to Ames address
Medical Emergency
S Sherman Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a possible medical issue near South Sherman Avenue by South Second Street and South Third Street in Ames.
Backyard brush fire spreading near heavy trees
Fire
260th St, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were requested for a reported backyard brush fire involving trees on 267th Street near Ames, with radio traffic indicating it was spreading quickly. Later radio traffic also referenced a vehicle-versus-bicycle crash near 44th and Forest involving an adult woman with a leg injury, with police en route.
Bicycle reported stolen at Frederickson Court
Theft Report
Frederiksen, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported a stolen bicycle at a residence near Frederickson Court, and an officer was assigned to respond.
Medical assist called near Northwestern Avenue
Medical Emergency
Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel were dispatched for a possible medical issue near Northwestern Avenue and nearby cross streets in Ames, Iowa.
65-year-old man found unconscious with no pulse
Medical Emergency
Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical assist near Northwestern Avenue in Ames for a reported 65-year-old man who was unconscious with ineffective breathing and no pulse. A defibrillator was applied and CPR was started while units took command of the scene.
Medical assist dispatched near Northwestern Avenue
Medical Emergency
Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA 50010
As discussed during the dispatch call, units are dispatched to a possible medical emergency near Northwestern Avenue and the intersection of Johnson Street and Kennedy Street in Ames.
Medical assist dispatched to Green Hills Independent Living
Medical Emergency
Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical issue at a senior living facility on Green Hills Drive in Ames, Iowa.
93-year-old woman falls and hits head at care facility
Medical Emergency
Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a senior living facility on Green Hills Drive for a medical assist involving a 93-year-old woman who reportedly fell in a parking garage, struck the back of her head, and later drove to the main entrance where staff requested evaluation.
