Broken steam pipe in basement on West 9th Street
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible smoke or fire-related issue near West 9th Street, where a broken steam pipe was reported in a basement.
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FireHeater overheating with smoke odor in apartment
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire units were dispatched to a first-floor location near West Ninth Street for a reported runaway heater that was getting hotter and causing a smell of smoke.
Car lockout involving blue Hyundai Elantra
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible car lockout near West 5th Street in Plainfield involving a blue Hyundai Elantra.
Motor vehicle lockout on West Front Street
Other Non-Crime EventAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible motor vehicle lockout near West Front Street, with the caller waiting by a blue Hyundai Elantra near Washington Avenue and Liberty Street.
False fire alarm at Watchung Avenue building
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a central station fire alarm at a two-story brick building near Watchung Avenue. The alarm was audible, but there were no signs of smoke or fire, and the system appeared to need a reset. A separate call involved a motor vehicle lockout near West Front Street involving a blue Hyundai Elantra.
Person sitting outside near East Front Street Plainfield
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency involving a person sitting outside near East Front Street in Plainfield. Unit 3113 was sent to the scene.
Person fell on train platform in Plainfield
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers clarified that a patient in Plainfield reportedly fell on a train platform rather than off it onto the tracks.
Man fell down stairs and yelled at Plainfield complex
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical emergency at an apartment complex near Route 22 in Plainfield, where a man reportedly fell down stairs and was yelling.
Man found lying on steps at apartment building
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a report of a man lying down near an apartment building at Village Apartments in Plainfield. The caller was unsure if the man was breathing or sleeping and did not want to approach him.
Man found lying on steps at apartment building
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of a man lying on the steps outside an apartment building at Regency Village Apartments in Plainfield. The caller was unsure if the man was breathing or sleeping, and rescue units were sent to check on him.
Fire alarm in second floor bedroom on Liberty Street
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm at a building near Liberty Street, with activation reported in a second-floor bedroom. A separate radio transmission mentioned smoke showing at a south apartment in a two-story building, possibly related to the same incident.
Person with breathing problem near North Avenue in Plainfield
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported breathing problem near North Avenue in Plainfield. Responders reported an access issue through the front of the location and advised dispatch to keep them updated.
Report of lost wallet on Madison Avenue area
Other IncidentsAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a self-initiated report of a lost wallet near Madison Avenue and the Breaking Road area in Plainfield, with a welfare-related case created.
Apartment fire alarm caused by burnt food on stove
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm activation at an apartment building on East Front St in the Middle Village area. The alarm was reported by the alarm company, and responders found overcooked food on a stove as the apparent cause. No further assistance was needed.
Elevator alarm at North Avenue building
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible elevator alarm and report of a person stuck in an elevator near North Avenue in Plainfield. A separate central station fire alarm involving a smoke detector was reported at a hotel on East Front Street. The elevator situation was later reported under control, with no one found in the elevator and the elevator working normally.
Fire response near South Avenue in Plainfield
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible fire assignment in Plainfield near South Avenue, with units coordinating on different channels.
False fire alarm at Central Station on Garden Street
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at Central Station on Garden Street. Units arrived at a two-and-a-half-story wood-frame building, reported the scene under control, and later advised the alarm activation was due to a pull station restoration with natural ventilation used before units cleared.
Animal bite reported near Plainfield
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible animal bite near South End Parkway in Plainfield. Units were checking whether the animal was secured and requested police to advise on the situation upon arrival.
Possible armed robbery at East Third and Garfield
Robbery ReportAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were advised of a possible armed robbery near East Third Street and Garfield Avenue in Plainfield. No description of the suspect or direction of travel was provided.
Alpha-level psychiatric patient reported at Plainfield apartment
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, eMS units were dispatched to an apartment on East Front Street in Plainfield for an apparent psychiatric patient. The patient was reportedly staged at a tent and then transported by ambulance.
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