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Emergency Incidents
78-year-old man with sudden chest pain in Newport
Medical Emergency
Ann Cir, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical responders were dispatched to a home near Ann Circle for a reported 78-year-old man with sudden chest pain and difficulty breathing. The crew later indicated they were transporting the patient from the scene.
Hitchhiker reported on I-40 near mile marker 336
Suspicious Activity
I-40, Newport, TN
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a report of a hitchhiker on I-40 eastbound near Newport, Tennessee, described as a white male wearing a (description withheld) and (description withheld) with an (description withheld).
Abandoned trailer on I-40 eastbound shoulder
Traffic
I-40, Newport, TN
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported an abandoned trailer on the right shoulder of I-40 eastbound near mile marker 433, with a possible blown tire and no license tag visible.
Gas service shut off at Dollar Tree store
Fire
Newport Towne Ctr, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a gas-related hazard at a Dollar Tree store, where the gas company has shut off a unit until it can be repaired. A truck is being sent to check behind a nearby Pit Stop building.
Brush fire behind gas station on Cosby Highway
Fire
Cosby Hwy, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, a brush fire was reported on a bank behind the Newport Pit Stop near Cosby Highway in Newport, and it appeared the fire may not have been fully extinguished while city units were in the area.
Gas odor reported on roof units at Dollar Tree
Fire
5 Rivers Plaza Way, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported gas odor at a Dollar Tree store on River Falls Way in Newport. An employee reported that electricians on the roof smelled gas coming from rooftop units, with nothing reported inside. The gas company was notified and fire arrived on scene.
Pallet and grass fire near gas meter on Highway 25E
Fire
US-25E, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported small pallet fire near a gas meter along Highway 25E by Dim Court. The fire also involved nearby grass, and a sheriff’s deputy was requested to help control traffic while crews moved pallets away from the roadway to reduce smoke.
Woman having seizures near Cove Boulevard
Medical Emergency
Cope Blvd, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a 37-year-old woman reportedly having seizures at a building near Cove Boulevard in Newport, Tennessee.
Officer assists driver with flat tire on I-40
Traffic
I-40, Newport, TN
As discussed during the dispatch call, a unit stopped to assist a disabled blue Lexus RX on I-40 eastbound near mile marker 441 with a flat tire. The vehicle reportedly has South Carolina registration.
Car hits truck on I-40 at Exit 435 and pulls off road
Traffic
Cosby Hwy, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible crash on I-40 west near exit 435 involving a black Chrysler that reportedly struck a commercial motor vehicle and then pulled off near a place called Waggles.
Female patient transported from ER at Newport Medical Center
Medical Emergency
2nd St, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS is transporting a 63-year-old woman from a hospital emergency room to another location for an incident, with the exact medical complaint not clearly stated.
Man with knee issues stuck outside home after hospital discharge
Medical Emergency
Harper Cir, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical and lift-assist call at a residence on Harper Circle in Cocke County for an older man who reportedly could not get back into his home after being discharged from the hospital and has knee problems. He initially refused EMS but later requested an ambulance to take him to the hospital.
Car rollover crash on I-40 westbound
Traffic
I-40, Newport, TN
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible rollover crash on I-40 westbound near mile marker 400 and thirty-five, with a car flipped and a unit arriving on scene.
Emergency lift assist at Newport Health and Rehab
Medical Emergency
Generation Dr, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews requested a possible lift assist for a patient at a care facility on Generation Drive in Newport.
38-year-old man with untreated hand fracture goes to ER
Medical Emergency
Pinnacles Way, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a location near Pinnacles Way in Newport for a reported 38-year-old man with an untreated hand fracture who decided to go to the emergency room. Medic 4 later transported the patient.
Possible fire reported at scrap yard in Newport
Fire
Old Asheville Hwy, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a business on Old Asheville Highway after an employee reported that her boss requested the fire department, possibly for a fire in the back scrap yard. Responding units requested callback confirmation, and the response was later canceled.
Person fell near 8th Street in Newport
Medical Emergency
8th St, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS were dispatched to a location near 8th Street in Newport for a medical alarm after a possible fall was reported. Responders were requested to go to the scene to check on the person.
Traffic barrel blocking lane near Dollar General
Traffic
Cosby Hwy, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible road hazard on New Road near Cosby Highway, where a safety barrel was seen in the middle of the roadway across from a local business. A city officer was requested to check the situation.
Female on moped suffers head injury in Newport
Medical Emergency
Bullard Dr, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a location near Bullard Drive for a woman on a moped who reported a head injury and later chest pain. Units arrived on scene and noted a safety barrel in the middle of the road.
72-year-old male post cardiac arrest in Newport medical center
Medical Emergency
2nd St, Newport, TN 37821
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units are dispatched to a hospital in Newport for a reported 72-year-old man who had a cardiac arrest and is being treated with an IV and significant pain management.
