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Emergency Incidents
Infant reportedly in and out of consciousness, then crying at Belle Chasse Hwy store
Medical Emergency
Belle Chasse Hwy, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a report of a possible medical emergency involving an infant at a gas station parking lot near Belle Chasse Highway. The baby was reportedly ill and may have been going in and out of consciousness, but later began crying and could be heard breathing.
Two-car crash with neck injury on Terry Parkway
Traffic
Terry Pkwy & Westbank Expy, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a two-vehicle crash on Terry Parkway near Westbank, with one person complaining of neck pain. The incident is described as eastbound on Terry Parkway in the Jefferson Parish area.
Residential smoke alarm at Franklin Avenue home
Fire
Franklin St, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a reported automatic residential fire alarm from a smoke detector at a home near Franklin Avenue and the intersection of Columbus Street and McDonough Avenue.
Medical dispatch near Franklin Avenue, Gretna, LA
Medical Emergency
Franklin St, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical emergency near Franklin Avenue in Gretna, Louisiana, with nearby cross streets and a specified response zone.
Stroke patient transported from hospital to care facility
Medical Emergency
Belle Chasse Hwy, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical crew is transporting a stroke patient from a hospital on Belle Chasse Highway to another hospital, with no special requirements reported.
Traffic stop for suspected impaired driving
Substance Use
Westbank Expy, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, troopers conducted a traffic stop on a black Mercedes SUV on the lower level of US 90B near Lafayette Street and a nearby fast food restaurant. They requested that Westwego police be notified for a possible intoxication investigation.
Two-car crash at 19th Street and St. Clair
Traffic
19th St, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible two-vehicle crash involving a black Honda sedan and a red Nissan, with the vehicles relocated to the area of 19th Street and St. Clair, possibly in Gretna.
Fire alarm response on Westbank Expressway
Fire
Westbank Expy, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm near Westbank Expressway between Fairlight and Westbank Expressway. West Jefferson EMS was reported on scene.
Two-vehicle crash with 18-wheeler near tunnel
Traffic
Westbank Expy, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported two-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler in the westbound lane near a tunnel on Westbank Expressway. Occupants were reported outside the vehicles while units investigated the scene.
Minor crash involving two vehicles on Westbank Expy
Traffic
Westbank Expy, Gretna, LA
As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded to a reported traffic crash on the lower level eastbound of Westbank Expressway near Sigman and Mounds. Radio traffic indicated a black Toyota Corolla and a white SUV were involved, with no injuries reported and one driver out of the vehicle after it went onto the shoulder.
61-year-old female feeling weak near Gretna
Medical Emergency
Bellemeade Blvd, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue involving a 61-year-old woman feeling weak near Bellemeade Boulevard, across from nearby cross streets.
Vehicle stopped on shoulder near LA 23 and Gretna Blvd
Traffic
LA-23 & Gretna Blvd, Gretna, LA 70053
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a vehicle is on the shoulder near LA 23 and Gretna Boulevard, with no apparent injuries reported.
Patient transport requested for suicidal ideation evaluation
Medical Emergency
Bellemeade Blvd, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS requested a drop-off at Oceans Behavioral Hospital on Bellemeade for a patient under a PEC for suicidal ideation. A run number was provided, and the patient’s last name was heard as (person_name withheld).
Shorted water heater wires investigated at house
Fire
Smithway Drive, Gretna, Louisiana 70053, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a reported utility hazard at a house near Smithway and South Street. Responders found short electrical wires on a hot water heater and held one unit while other units handled the situation.
Water heater smoking in Bellemeade apartment
Fire
Bellemeade Blvd #2m, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible structure fire at an apartment building on Bellemeade Boulevard, where a water heater was reported to be smoking.
Smoke from water heater in Gretna apartment
Fire
Bellemeade Blvd building 2, apartment 2m, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported structure fire at an apartment building on Bellemeade Boulevard in Gretna, where a water heater was reported to be smoking. Units investigated the water heater. A separate residential fire alarm was reported at a home on Lupton Street, apparently related to occupants changing smoke detector batteries.
Smoking hot water heater in building room
Fire
Bellemeade Blvd, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible structure fire near Bellemeade Boulevard in Gretna, where a hot water heater in a room is smoking with no flames seen.
Patient returned to hospital after bizarre behavior check
Medical Emergency
Belle Chasse Hwy, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport unit was assigned to move a patient from a hospital on Belle Chasse Highway to a care facility, after the patient was evaluated for bizarre behavior and possible pregnancy-related concerns.
Patient drowsy with changed consciousness at hospital room
Medical Emergency
Ochsner Blvd, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a hospital on Ochsner Boulevard for a priority medical call involving a patient in a room who reportedly became more drowsy after a change in level of consciousness.
Unknown injuries reported for 80-year-old female alarm
Medical Emergency
Wall Blvd building 23, apartment 225, Gretna, LA 70056
As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 53 was dispatched to a possible medical emergency at an apartment building on Wall Boulevard involving an 80-year-old woman with unknown injuries.
