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Emergency Incidents
Police search for missing woman from Plainfield
Missing Person
Cushing Pl, Plainfield, NJ 07062
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers in Plainfield are searching for a reported missing person last seen near Cushing Avenue. The person is described as a woman with braided hair, wearing a black Spider-Man shirt, (description withheld), and (description withheld).
Contractor work triggers smoke alarm in house basement
Fire
Oakland Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a suspicious basement smoke alarm at a home on Oakland Avenue in Plainfield. Crews investigated a two-story wood-frame house, found no visible fire, and determined the alarm was caused by contractor work. A single engine was kept on scene while ventilation equipment was used to clear the basement.
Fire alarm and report of fire at East Front Street
Fire
E Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation at a senior living facility near East Front Street in Plainfield. Units reported a possible fire and a road closure on Second Street, but a 360-degree check found no visible smoke or fire.
Fire alarm at Park Hotel on West Seventh Street
Fire
W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a reported fire alarm at a hotel near West Seventh Street in Plainfield, New Jersey, with a general alarm and rear evacuation notification.
Lockout with person inside vehicle on East 7th Street
Other Incidents
E 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a heavy lockout involving a black GMC SUV near East 7th Street, with a report that someone may be inside the vehicle. A hazmat crew was also mentioned as being involved.
Cooking sets off fire alarm at Plainfield apartments
Fire
W 3rd St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm activation at a two-story apartment building near West Third Street, Liberty Street, and Plainfield Avenue. Units investigated a first-floor unit where occupants reported cooking and had no symptoms, and crews ventilated the area. A separate call involved a vehicle lockout on East 7th Street with a hazmat crew requested.
Cardiac emergency at doctor's office in Plainfield
Medical Emergency
Park Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible cardiac emergency at a doctor’s office near Park Avenue in Plainfield.
Apartment fire revealed to be busted steam pipe
Fire
W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported home fire on the first floor of a hotel complex. The issue was determined to be a busted steam pipe causing water to leak through a bathroom ceiling and into upper floors, and it was treated as a maintenance issue.
Medical dispatch for special patient near Hill Drive
Medical Emergency
Hillside Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical issue involving a special patient near Hill Drive, with Engine 4 arriving on scene.
Cardiac arrest at assisted living wing near South Avenue
Medical Emergency
South Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07062
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported cardiac arrest at an assisted living facility on South Avenue in Fanwood, with mutual aid requested from a nearby hospital. One responding unit was later told to disregard the call as it had been sent in error.
Tow truck fire on West Front Street
Fire
W Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible tow truck fire near West Front Street, with Engine 2 reporting a loose fire and preparing the driveway for apparatus access.
Pickup truck smoking on West Front Street
Fire
W Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a pickup truck smoking near West Front Street by Richmond Street and Burkley Street. No fluids were reported in the roadway, and police remained on scene while fire units investigated the vehicle, which appeared to be smoking.
Person with chest pain at Plainfield Ave and W 7th St
Medical Emergency
Plainfield Ave & W 7th St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were dispatched to the area of Plainfield Avenue and West 7th Street in Plainfield for a reported person with chest pain who was sitting in a courtyard and speaking on the phone.
Two-car crash with airbag deployment in Plainfield
Traffic
E 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported two-vehicle crash near East Second Street and Richmond Street in Plainfield. Airbags had deployed, occupants were out of the vehicles, and no injuries were reported. One vehicle reportedly had a battery issue.
Pediatric traumatic injury at South Avenue in Plainfield
Medical Emergency
South Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07062
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible pediatric traumatic injury near South Avenue in Plainfield. A unit was later reassigned from the call.
Pediatric traumatic injury reported on South Avenue
Medical Emergency
South Ave, Plainfield, NJ 07062
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible pediatric traumatic injury near South Avenue in Plainfield, with additional units requested to assist.
Traffic stop for expired license plate
Traffic
W Front St, Plainfield, NJ 07063
As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducted a traffic stop on West Front Street near Jefferson Elementary involving a vehicle with an apparently expired registration.
lift assist at apartment on west second street
Medical Emergency
W 2nd St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS are dispatched to a possible lift assist at an apartment near West Second Street in Plainfield, with Ever Place and Plainfield Avenue as cross streets.
Illegal backyard burning reported on West Third Street
Fire
W 3rd St, Plainfield, NJ 07060
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible illegal backyard fire at a residence near West Third Street in Plainfield after the caller reported the burning had started again.
Man drinks bleach at Netherwood train station
Medical Emergency
Netherwood, Plainfield, NJ 07062
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible suicidal man at the Netherwood train station who reportedly drank about half a bottle of bleach and is receiving medical attention.
