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Emergency Incidents
Strong gas odor from stove in Reading home
Fire
Avon St & Benjamin Ln, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported strong stove gas odor at a residence near Benjamin Lane and Avon Street. They found no gas readings, assisted the homeowner with a stove issue, ventilated the house, and then recalled the response.
20-year-old suicidal person located in vehicle
Medical Emergency
Forest St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a report of a suicidal 20-year-old who was threatening to jump from the Forest Street Bridge. The person was reportedly in a black Jeep, and some responding units were canceled after police did not request them.
Person unresponsive after edible gummy at restaurant
Medical Emergency
Walkers Brook Dr, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical aid call at a restaurant on the 70 block of Walkers Brook Drive in Reading. The patient was reported awake and talking, with possible involvement of an edible gummy.
Hit-and-run crash reported near Federal Street
Traffic
Federal St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible hit and run crash just before Federal Street in Reading, where a vehicle reportedly struck another vehicle and fled. No apparent personal injuries were reported.
Elderly woman with chest pain at Pearl Street
Medical Emergency
Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported medical emergency involving an 88-year-old woman with chest pain at a room in a building on Pearl Street.
88-year-old woman with chest pain at Pearl Street
Medical Emergency
Pearl St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews are responding to a reported medical emergency involving an 88-year-old woman with chest pain at a room in a building near Pearl Street in Reading, Massachusetts.
Faulty fire alarm near Johnson Woods in Reading
Fire
Johnson Woods Dr, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews investigated a reported fire alarm at a residence on Johnson Woods Drive and found a faulty detector that the homeowner had replaced. A separate medical call was dispatched to a location on Pearl Street for an 88-year-old woman with chest pain.
Faulty smoke detector investigated on Johnson Woods
Fire
Johnson Woods Dr, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire units investigated a reported smoke or carbon monoxide alarm at a home near Johnson Woods Drive. The detector had stopped sounding; crews determined it was faulty, the homeowner replaced it, and Engine 1 cleared and returned.
Elderly woman falls with head injury while on blood thinners
Medical Emergency
Green Meadow Dr, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews provide mutual aid in Reading for an 80-year-old woman who reportedly fell and struck her head near Green Meadow Drive. She is reported to be on blood thinners, and the response is marked as a priority medical call.
101-year-old man with heart palpitations unresponsive
Medical Emergency
Haverhill St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were sent to a location near East Haverhill Street for a reported 101-year-old man with heart palpitations who was not responding normally.
paramedic responding to medical aid at residential address
Medical Emergency
Collins Ave, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for a possible medical aid incident near Collins Ave in Reading, with a paramedic unit and ladder unit responding.
False fire alarm at Market Basket grocery store
Fire
General Way, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a fire alarm at a grocery store on General Way in Reading. The store was evacuated and crews investigated a pull station in the dairy area, reporting no smoke or fire. A separate welfare check was requested for an employee who missed work and could not be reached.
Trash truck fire behind Main Street building
Fire
Perkins Building, 131 Main St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported trash truck fire in a parking lot behind a building on Main Street. Units requested a hydrant and operated defensively, and police were asked to close Main Street temporarily while a feed line was laid across the road.
Trash fire in parking lot on Main Street
Fire
Main St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a possible vehicle fire near Main Street, which was later reported to be trash dumped in a lot and apparently burning.
Elderly resident found in hoarding during water leak response
Medical Emergency
Vine St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a home near Vine Street to meet the fire department about a possible water leak and to check on an elderly resident living alone in hoarding conditions who may need follow-up.
Female with COPD feeling clammy at Middlesex Ave
Medical Emergency
Middlesex Ave, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and medical crews respond to a possible medical emergency at a location on Middlesex Avenue for a woman with COPD who is reported to be feeling clammy.
Motorcycle speeding and weaving through traffic
Traffic
MA-28, Reading, MA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported a black motorcycle traveling at high speed and weaving through traffic on Route 28 near Reading, with the rider reportedly using a cell phone and running a red light before continuing to accelerate away.
Commercial fire alarm at business near Main St
Fire
Main St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a commercial fire alarm at a business near Main St in Reading. The building was evacuated while crews investigated and established command on scene; a minor medical/victim profile was noted as a life priority.
Elderly woman treated for chest pain at senior living
Medical Emergency
Main St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a senior living facility near Main Street in Reading for a reported 80-year-old woman with chest pain. The patient was on the second floor with medical staff, and another responding agency was later canceled after Reading Fire took over the call.
Elderly woman treated for chest pain near Main Street
Medical Emergency
Main St, Reading, MA 01867
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a medical call for an elderly woman with chest pain in a second-floor kitchen near Main Street. Multiple fire and rescue units were initially assigned, including a possible minor two-car crash reported nearby, but Reading Fire took over the call and mutual aid from North Reading was canceled.
