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Emergency Incidents
Gas odor reported on second floor of building
Fire
Passaic St, Paterson, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and a battalion chief respond to a reported gas odor on the second floor of a building near Passaic Street in Paterson. A utility company responder is requested to investigate the possible gas leak.
Gas odor in hallway of Laurel Street apartment
Fire
Laurel St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported odor of gas in the (number withheld)-floor hallway of a three-story garage apartment near Laurel Street and West Broadway in Paterson. Command was investigating the situation.
Fire alarm malfunction at Putnam Street building
Fire
Putnam St, Paterson, NJ 07524
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a three-story occupied building near Putnam Street and nearby cross streets. They found no visible fire or alarms sounding and determined it was an alarm malfunction, then reduced the response.
Person having seizure near East 23rd Street in Paterson
Medical Emergency
E 23rd St, Paterson, NJ 07513
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible seizure call near East 23rd Street in Paterson, with a unit dispatched and later canceled. Additional sick person calls were reported near Fairview and Shelley Avenue.
Four wires down on 20th Avenue in Paterson
Fire
20th Ave, Paterson, NJ 07513
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible downed-wire incident near 20th Avenue and nearby cross streets in Paterson, New Jersey.
Garbage truck fire reported twice on I-80 in Paterson
Fire
I-80, Paterson, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported cardboard box fire inside a truck on Route 80 East near mile marker 56.6 in Paterson. The box was reportedly removed before firefighters arrived, and the fire was extinguished. The same truck was later reported to be on fire again, apparently a garbage truck, and multiple fire units were dispatched to the scene.
Possible truck fire on I-80 eastbound
Fire
I-80, Paterson, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible truck fire on the right shoulder of I-80 eastbound near milepost 59.6 in Paterson, New Jersey.
Pedestrian struck at Market and Memorial in Paterson
Traffic
Memorial Dr & Market St, Paterson, NJ 07505
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to the intersection of Market Street and Memorial Drive in Paterson for a possible pedestrian struck incident, and an ambulance unit reported being out at the scene.
Unconscious person reported near Fair Street and Rose Park Boulevard
Medical Emergency
Fair St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible unconscious person near Fair Street by Rosa Parks Boulevard and East 18th Street. The road department reported the person was on the floor, but the responding engine was later told to disregard the call.
Officers check on suspicious person at Spanish River
Suspicious Activity
River St, Paterson, NJ
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are contacting a possible suspicious person near River Street in Paterson and ask another unit to assist after they finish an accident investigation.
Smoke in apartment hallway triggers fire alarm
Fire
99-101 Belmont Ave, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an activated fire alarm at an apartment building near Belmont Avenue and nearby cross streets. Responding units found a three-story apartment building with no visible fire, investigated, and determined that smoke in a hallway had triggered the alarm. The alarm was reset and command was terminated.
Odor of gas reported at Albion Avenue home
Fire
Albion Ave, Paterson, NJ 07502
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported odor of gas at a multi-story residential building on Albion Avenue near Crosby Avenue and Chamberlain Avenue. Units established command, confirmed the odor, and worked to locate the source.
Minor rubbish fire outside building on Putnam Street
Fire
Putnam St, Paterson, NJ 07524
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported possible boiler or structure fire near Putnam Street in Paterson. After investigation, they determined it was a minor outside rubbish fire, and most units returned to service while one engine remained on scene.
Fire crew responds to open hydrant on Front Street
Other Non-Crime Event
Wayne Ave & Front St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to the intersection of Front Street and Wayne Avenue for a reported open hydrant.
Stuck occupied elevator on Dixon Avenue
Rescue / Entrapment
Dixon Ave, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a possible stuck occupied elevator at a building near Dixon Avenue in Paterson, New Jersey, with cross streets near Summit and Grace or Garret Street.
Two occupants rescued from elevated car on Paterson St
Medical Emergency
Paterson St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported rescue involving an elevated car near B Street in Paterson. They gained entry, removed two occupants, and isolated the vehicle’s power.
Man trapped in stuck elevator near Peach Street
Medical Emergency
Cedar St, Paterson, NJ 07501
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a building near Peach Street, Cedar Street, and 20th Avenue for a reported stuck elevator with a man trapped inside. Ladder 1 arrived on scene to investigate.
Car fire reported near Presidential Boulevard in Paterson
Fire
Presidential Blvd, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a confirmed car fire in front of a building near Presidential Boulevard. Units stretched a hose line and used a ladder, with no apparent exposure to nearby structures.
Person experiencing heart problems in Paterson
Medical Emergency
E 32nd St, Paterson, NJ 07504
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched for a possible heart-related issue near East 32nd Street in Paterson.
Person experiencing breathing difficulty near Lily Street
Medical Emergency
Lily St, Paterson, NJ 07522
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS was dispatched to a location near Lily Street in Paterson for a possible breathing problem.
