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Emergency Incidents
Gas leak reported in basement of home
Fire
Hoffman Blvd, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported gas leak in the basement of a residential building near Hoffman Boulevard between Ampere Parkway and Rutledge Avenue. Engine and tower units arrived at a two-story brick home and began investigating the possible leak.
Overdose reported on South Monroe Avenue
Substance Use
S Munn Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, units were sent to a possible overdose near South Monroe Avenue and Watson Avenue in East Orange.
Alarm at Main Street store found to be false
Fire
Main St, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported alarm activation at a liquor store near Main Street. Crews found a single-story building with an alarm sounding but no visible fire, checked the alarm panel and a nearby restaurant for possible smoke, and reported the scene clear.
Elevator emergency near North Walnut Street
Medical Emergency
N Walnut St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a building on North Walnut Street in East Orange for a reported elevator emergency, with crews directed to the first floor and advised the elevator equipment room may be on the roof.
Gas leak reported on first floor of William Street
Fire
William St floor 1, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported gas leak on the first floor of a building near William Street between Ashland Avenue and Lincoln Street.
Carbon monoxide alarm on Clifford Street
Fire
Clifford St floor 3, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are dispatched to a reported carbon monoxide alarm on the third floor of a building near Clifford Street between Emerson Street and Stanford Street in East Orange.
Person sick near Sanford Street in East Orange
Medical Emergency
Sanford St building 3, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS unit 12 was dispatched to a possible medical issue at a building on Sanford Street in East Orange.
Electrical issue reported in apartment on Springdale
Fire
Springdale Ave Apt 8d, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible electrical problem at an apartment on Springdale Avenue in East Orange.
Person with breathing problems at private home in East Orange
Medical Emergency
Amherst St, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible breathing problem at a private home near Amherst Street and the intersection of Rhode Island Avenue and Elwood Avenue.
Adult male unconscious with CPR in progress at apartment
Medical Emergency
Norman St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported medical emergency near Normandy Street by New Hope Church, where an unconscious adult male is reportedly receiving CPR and basic life support is also on scene.
Person with breathing problem near East Orange
Medical Emergency
Amherst St, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible breathing problem near Amherst Street by Rhode Island Avenue and Humphrey Avenue in East Orange, with an ALS unit reported on scene.
Children locked in car at North 15th and William Street
Medical Emergency
William St & N 15th St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews and police were dispatched to the area of North 15th Street and William Street for a report of a child locked inside a Nissan Rogue.
Medical emergency reported at private home on Prospect Street
Medical Emergency
Prospect St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency at a private home near Prospect Street in East Orange, with units including LS 71 and MRC 1 involved.
Adult transported to East Orange Veterans hospital
Medical Emergency
Tremont Ave, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical personnel are transporting one adult to a hospital near Tremont Avenue in East Orange for a possible medical emergency.
Occupant trapped in elevator in basement at East Orange
Medical Emergency
Prospect St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported elevator emergency near Prospect Street, where one person was stuck in a basement elevator. The occupant was able to get out before assistance was needed, and the unit became available.
Person with breathing difficulty at Springdale Avenue apartment
Medical Emergency
Springdale Ave Apt 2m, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were dispatched for a reported breathing problem at an apartment on Springdale Avenue in East Orange. The radio traffic also mentioned an additional location near Thomas Boulevard and North Park Street.
Ongoing fire concern near William Street in East Orange
Fire
William St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports an ongoing fire-related issue at a building near William Street, with two people assumed present and a superintendent conducting a fire watch.
Fuel spill on Freeway Drive West in East Orange
Fire
Freeway Dr W & S Burnet St, East Orange, NJ 07018
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fuel spill near Freeway Drive West and South Burnet Street, with police already on scene and multiple engines responding.
Gas leak reported at Norman Street home
Fire
Norman St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible gas leak at a private home near Norman Street in East Orange. Later, Engine One was sent to a separate fuel spill near Freeway Drive West and South Burnett Street, with police already on scene.
Alarm activation at William Street building
Fire
William St, East Orange, NJ 07017
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported alarm activation near William Street and to a separate gas leak at a private home on Norman Street. The alarm call was later updated to a non-emergency signal and responding companies were made available.
