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Emergency Incidents
Water flow fire alarm at building on Madison Ave
Fire
Madison Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to an activated water-flow fire alarm at a building near Madison Ave and nearby cross streets in Paterson. Crews reported nothing visible from the outside and established command to investigate the alarm.
North Straight Street closed after tractor trailer crash
Road Closure
Holsman St & E Main St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews report a road closure on North Straight Street between East Main Street and Holsman Street in Paterson due to a tractor-trailer incident, with county units moving the vehicle.
Alarm activation at three-story building on Main Street
Fire
Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated alarm at a three-story building near Main Street in Paterson. Units investigated and found nothing visible from the outside, and the response was reduced to a single squad for an ongoing issue.
Carbon monoxide alarm in first-floor apartment
Fire
20th Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported activated carbon monoxide alarm at an apartment on 20th Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey. Responders reported an initial carbon monoxide reading of 30 that was rising to 50 while they investigated.
Overdose reported on Sherman Avenue in Paterson
Substance Use
Sherman Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports an overdose on Sherman Avenue in Paterson, with unit (number withheld) dispatched and responding.
False fire alarm near Main Street in Paterson
Fire
Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a building on Main Street in Paterson. The alarm was reported to have activated without a clear reason, and crews found nothing visible and reduced the response.
Cooking smoke sets off fire alarm on Jackson Street
Fire
Jackson St, Paterson, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated alarm at a building near Jackson Street in Paterson. On arrival, they found a three-story building with nothing visible and determined the alarm was triggered by smoke from cooking. The alarm was reset and command was terminated.
People trapped in stuck elevator on Camden Street
Rescue/Entrapment
Camden St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews are responding to a possible elevator entrapment at a building on Camden Street near Barclay and Leslie Streets in Paterson.
Fire hydrant not working at North Third and Halden
Other Non-Crime Event
Watson St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers report a nonworking hydrant with no water at the corner of North Third Street and Halden near Watson Street in Paterson, and the water utility has been notified.
Tow truck blocking hydrant at Tyler and Bridge
Traffic
Tyler St & Bridge St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a report of a black flatbed tow truck blocking a fire hydrant at the corner of Tyler Street and Bridge Street in Paterson, New Jersey.
Fire alarm malfunction reported near State Street in Paterson
Fire
State St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a building on State Street in Paterson. The alarm system was not functioning properly, but the system appeared normal and all units were cleared from the scene.
Fire alarm activation at Main Street business
Fire
Main St, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units responded to a reported activated fire alarm at a two-story commercial building near Main Street and nearby cross streets in Paterson. Crews reported no alarm sounding and nothing visible while command investigated the situation.
Fire alarm activation at Straight Street building
Fire
N Straight St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible fire alarm activation near Straight Street and Cedar Street in Paterson, New Jersey.
Fire alarm caused by smoking in hallway
Fire
Mill St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated fire alarm at a four-story mixed-use mill near Mill Street in Paterson. On arrival, there was no visible smoke or fire outside, and the alarm was later reported to be caused by smoking in a hallway.
Balloon on power lines causes sparking at Fair Street
Fire
Fair St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported utility fire near Fair Street and East 18th Street in Paterson. A balloon was found attached to high-voltage wires, causing sparking. The utility company was requested, and power remained on in the area while most units cleared.
Person having difficulty breathing near Paterson
Medical Emergency
Washington St, Paterson, NJ 07505
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a reported medical emergency involving a client having difficulty breathing near Washington Street. Engine 4 responded and switched to the EMS channel.
Traffic incident reported on Getty Avenue
Traffic
Getty Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic incident on Giddy Avenue and a separate medical call for a stroke on Harrison Avenue, with multiple units responding.
Smoke odor reported at TD Bank, no fire found
Fire
Broadway, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported odor of smoke inside a bank near Broadway Avenue. Units investigated the building and reported no smoke or fire found.
Two-car crash with pedestrian struck on Memorial Dr
Traffic
Memorial Dr & Van Houten St, Paterson, NJ 07505
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported two-car crash near Memorial Drive and Van Houten Street, where one pedestrian was struck with minor injuries. Advanced life support was not needed, basic life support continued to the scene, and citywide towing was requested.
Person stuck in elevator on second floor near Madison Street
Rescue / Entrapment
Madison St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible occupied stuck elevator on the second floor of a building near Madison Street in Paterson. A separate call reported a pedestrian struck near Memorial and Van Houten, with responders investigating the scene.
