Smoke detector assistance for resident
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire and EMS units were dispatched to assist a resident with a smoke or carbon monoxide detector near Abigail Way in Reading.
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FirePerson requiring medical aid near Pearl Street in Reading
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews and a paramedic unit were dispatched for a possible medical emergency near Pearl Street in Reading, Massachusetts.
Man with chest and back pain near Summer Ave in Reading
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, rescue units responded to a medical call near Summer Ave in Reading for a 65-year-old man with acid reflux, light chest pain, and back pain.
65-year-old man with absent reflex and chest pain
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency near Summer Ave for a 65-year-old man with absent reflex, slight chest pain, and back pain.
86-year-old woman with chest pain in Reading
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were sent to a unit on Bay State Road in Reading for a reported medical emergency involving an 86-year-old woman with high blood pressure and chest pain.
Cooking sets off fire alarm at Middlesex Avenue home
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a two-story residence near Middlesex Ave. The alarm company reported a general fire zone, and it was later believed to be a possible cooking-related activation in an upstairs kitchen. Crews found nothing showing on arrival and investigated the building.
Disabled vehicle blocking road at Main and South
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers and emergency crews responded to a disabled vehicle in the middle of the road near Main St and South St. A patient reportedly refused medical care, and state police stayed to help move the vehicle toward a nearby gas station.
Person reported running with medical issue at Chapel Hill Dr
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched to a possible medical issue near Chabot Hill Drive. The patient’s condition was not clearly stated in the radio traffic.
82-year-old man falls, hits head, bleeds at home
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for an 82-year-old man who reportedly fell and struck his head near West Street in Reading. He is reported to be on blood thinners.
Contractor threatens resident during payment dispute
Assault ReportAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home on Lindsay Lane in Reading for a reported dispute between a caller and a contractor over work and payment, with the contractor allegedly threatening her and still on scene.
Fire alarm activation on Bay State Road
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a fire alarm activation at an apartment on Bay State Road, with Engine 4 responding. Later traffic suggests a possible related alarm on Central Street, with Engine 3 standing by and Car 2 returning.
Officers check 911 hang-up at Vine Street intersection
Suspicious ActivityAs discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a 911 hang-up mapped near Vine Street and Route (number withheld). They checked the area and reported a possible crash at the intersection, with one unit going out with the crash as well.
Fire alarm investigation at Elderberry Lane home
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm at a home on Elderberry Lane. The homeowner reported the alarm sounding with no visible smoke or fire, and the alarm shut off during the call. Units later cleared the scene.
Three-car crash on I-93 northbound in Reading
TrafficAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible three-car crash on northbound I-93 between ramps 28A and 28B, with all involved parties pulled into the breakdown lane and out of their vehicles.
Report of gas odor in kitchen, nothing found
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a report of a natural gas odor in a kitchen near a stove at a two-story home near Avalon Road. Units investigated the residence and exterior gas meter and reported no visible signs, odors, or meter readings.
Man aged 50 with chest pain at VA urgent care
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a VA urgent care facility on Spruce Road for a reported 50-year-old man with chest pain. Engine 5 and Ambulance 2 arrived, and Engine 5 established command at the urgent care building.
Police check on missing person at home
Missing PersonAs discussed during the dispatch call, police were requested to a home on Haverhill Street to contact family about a possible missing person, while fire personnel were still trying to make entry and an ambulance was held off with only an engine assigned.
Fire alarm reset at Gould Street building
FireAs discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible fire alarm activation at a building near Gould Street in Reading, with Engine 1 reporting back on line with the master panel.
Fire and medical response near Haven Street in Reading
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency near Haven Street in Reading, with Engine 4 and Paramedic 1 arriving on scene.
86-year-old woman needs assistance at Elderberry Ln
Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible medical issue involving an elderly woman needing assistance at an apartment on Elderberry Lane in Reading.
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