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Emergency Incidents
Older woman wandering on highway off-ramp on Ocean Street
Medical Emergency
Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible welfare hazard involving an older woman wandering on the southbound Highway 1 Ocean Street off-ramp and gore point, with no vehicle associated with her.
Cars reported speeding at 100 mph on Highway 1
Traffic
Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible speeding incident involving a dark gray Chevrolet Corvette and a dark gray BMW two-door on northbound Highway 1 near Pleasure Point and the Ocean Street area. The vehicles were reportedly traveling at very high speeds and were last seen near Arana Gulch.
Injury reported after Highway 1 collision near Miramonte
Traffic
Miramonte Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible traffic collision northbound on Highway 1 near Miramonte Drive involving a Honda. The driver later reported injuries, declined medical assistance, and requested information about the other involved party.
Medical response near Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue near Pacific Avenue and El Centro in Santa Cruz. Fire personnel were stood down and a medical unit continued the response to an apartment in the area.
Smoke reported outside dining hall area
Fire
College Eight Service Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95064
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to investigate a possible smell of smoke outside near a campus dining hall across from Heller Drive.
Person with abdominal pain at apartment in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
Jose Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue involving abdominal pain at an apartment on Jose Avenue near Capitola Road.
Traffic stop of Tesla at Mission and Olive
Traffic
Mission St & Olive St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop near Mission Street and Olive Street in Santa Cruz involving a vehicle with a temporary plate. A records check was run on the vehicle and the driver, who appeared to have a valid license with no prior issues.
Medical call near Tremont Drive
Medical Emergency
Tremont Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency at an apartment on Tremont Drive in Santa Cruz. Engine and medic units were assigned to respond.
Person rescued after jumping into water near lighthouse
Medical Emergency
W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported water rescue near the lighthouse on West Cliff Drive after a person reportedly jumped into the water and had difficulty getting out. Multiple units were dispatched, and later updates indicated everyone who entered the water to help was out, with one possible patient remaining on scene for assessment while police and medical responders were requested.
Water rescue at West Cliff near lighthouse in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported water rescue near the lighthouse on West Cliff Drive. Updates indicated the person or people involved were out of the water, but responders were still working to confirm that everyone was safe.
Medical request at Sunshine Villa near Front Street
Medical Emergency
Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue at a senior living facility on Front Street in Santa Cruz, with responders directed to a specific room.
Person yelling outside on Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched for an unknown medical issue near Pacific Avenue and El Centro, where a person was reportedly outside yelling. The exact address was uncertain between two nearby locations on Pacific Avenue.
Two-vehicle crash on Highway 1 at River Street
Traffic
CA-1 & River St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash near Highway 1 and River Street in Santa Cruz. All occupants were reported out of the vehicles, and responders assigned patient care with at least one patient on the sidewalk.
Subject requests medical aid at apartment in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
Felker St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews and police were sent to a possible medical issue at an apartment on Selkirk Street in Santa Cruz after a subject requested medical aid and the call became an open line.
Dryer malfunction triggers alarm at apartment
Fire
13th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to an alarm at a two-story apartment complex near 13th Avenue. They found an audible alarm and a malfunctioning dryer in the laundry area, reset the alarm, and canceled the remaining response.
Disabled car with brake issue at Dominican Hospital
Traffic
Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded near Dominican Hospital for a reported disabled black Mercedes convertible with a mechanical brake issue. The driver requested roadside assistance, and the registered owner information was being obtained.
Person having difficulty breathing in Riverside parking lot
Medical Emergency
San Lorenzo Blvd & Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical emergency involving a person having difficulty breathing in a parking lot near San Lorenzo Boulevard and Riverside Avenue, close to the Riverwalk area.
Traffic stop on southbound Highway 1 in Santa Cruz
Traffic
CA-1, Santa Cruz, CA
As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a possible traffic stop on a slow-moving vehicle traveling southbound on Highway 1 near the Fisher area in Santa Cruz.
Medical emergency near Centennial Street in Santa Cruz
Medical Emergency
Centennial St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical units were dispatched to a reported medical emergency near Centennial Street in Santa Cruz, with cross streets including North Main Street and Rio Street.
Welfare check at hospital leads to patient escorted to ER
Medical Emergency
Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews and deputies responded to a possible medical or welfare-check situation at a hospital on Soquel Drive. A caller requested an ambulance, but deputies contacted the person and it was decided to walk the patient back to the emergency room, with fire and ambulance services canceled.
