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Emergency Incidents
Accidental sprinkler sets off fire alarm at factory
Fire
Hillside St SW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a commercial fire alarm at a business on Hill Street Southwest in Valdese. The alarm was reportedly triggered by a water-flow sprinkler, and the alarm company and keyholder indicated there was no need for further dispatch. Units reported no visible fire from the exterior and that someone may have accidentally activated the sprinkler earlier.
78-year-old man falls near Edmond Street NW
Medical Emergency
Edmond St NW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Edwin Street Northwest in Valdese for a reported medical incident involving a 78-year-old man who apparently fell on the floor and was conscious and breathing. The information came from a third-party caller with limited details.
Medical transport from Valdese to Morganton
Medical Emergency
Malcolm Blvd, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical transport is reported from the UNC Valdese area to Morganton by Transport 1, unit three.
Propane concern at home after new installation
Fire
Morgan Trace Dr SW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, firefighters responded to a non-emergency fire service call at a residence on Morgan Trace Drive Southwest near Lady Slipper Lane Southwest. A guest reported that propane had been installed earlier that day and requested help turning off a pilot light because she was not feeling well.
Elderly woman falls, hits head, shows neurological symptoms
Medical Emergency
Meadowlark Ln, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Meadowlark Lane and Murphy Lane for a possible medical emergency involving an 85-year-old woman who reportedly fell, hit her head, and had difficulty breathing and possible neurological symptoms.
Woman possibly seizing and unconscious at Fowler St
Medical Emergency
Fowler St, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a home near Fowler Street and Flat Gap Road for a 35-year-old woman who was reported unconscious and possibly breathing after a suspected seizure. The caller became uncooperative and hung up before providing more details.
Medical transport between UNC Valdese and UNC Morganton
Medical Emergency
Malcolm Blvd, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible medical transport between UNC Valdese and UNC Morganton, with Crew Two assigned to the patient transport.
72-year-old woman struggles to breathe at retirement home
Medical Emergency
Church St NW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported breathing problem involving a 72-year-old woman at a retirement home on Church Street Northwest in Valdese, North Carolina. She was conscious and breathing but reportedly had difficulty speaking between breaths after running out of oxygen, and a blue Honda CRV was reported in front of the apartment.
Bicyclist in traffic lane on I-40 eastbound
Traffic
I-40, Valdese, NC
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible roadway hazard on I-40 eastbound near Exit 107, where a male is riding a bicycle in the middle of the roadway.
Bicyclist riding in traffic on I-40 eastbound
Traffic
I-40, Valdese, NC
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible bicyclist hazard on Interstate 40 eastbound near Exit 107, with a male riding a bicycle in the roadway.
Person riding bicycle in traffic on I-40 eastbound
Traffic
I 40 and Drexel Road, Valdese, North Carolina 28690, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible traffic hazard on I-40 eastbound near mile marker 107 involving a male riding a bicycle in the middle of the roadway near Drexel Road in Valdese, North Carolina.
Shopping cart blocking I-40 westbound lane
Traffic
I 40 E, Valdese, North Carolina 28690, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible road hazard on I-40 westbound between mile markers 109 and 110, with a shopping cart identified as debris in the right lane.
Shopping cart blocking right lane on I-40 westbound
Traffic
I 40 E, Valdese, North Carolina 28690, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible road hazard on I-40 westbound near Valdese, with a shopping cart in the right lane between mile markers 109 and 110.
Medical transport from Valdese ER to Brenner's hospital
Medical Emergency
Malcolm Blvd, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible medical transport from a hospital emergency room to a local facility, with the assignment later changed from one crew to another.
Woman with leg shaking after week of vomiting in Valdese
Medical Emergency
Hice Dr SE, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, eMS responded to a home near Acro Road and Hice Road in Valdese for a 55-year-old woman who had been sick for about a week, was vomiting, and had leg shaking. She was reported to be conscious and breathing normally when crews arrived at a beige house with black trim.
31-year-old man down at Valdese Housing Authority
Medical Emergency
Lydia Ave NW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a possible medical emergency at a housing authority parking lot in Valdese, where a man was found behind trucks. The patient was reported as a conscious 31-year-old man with a history of cardiovascular disease, and EMS was en route.
Small brush fire behind Blue Ridge Apartments
Fire
Pineburr Ave SE, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported brush fire in the woods behind the Blue Ridge Apartments on Marsh Trail Southeast. Engine 1 arrived and reported a small outside fire in the area.
63-year-old woman with breathing difficulty and swollen legs
Medical Emergency
Praley St NW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were sent to a home near Prairie Street Northwest for a reported 63-year-old woman with difficulty breathing, lower back pain, and swollen legs. The cause of the back pain was unknown, and she was expected to be standing outside when responders arrived.
Person experiencing back pain near Creely Street NW
Medical Emergency
Praley St NW, Valdese, NC 28690
As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews were dispatched to a possible medical issue involving back pain near Creely Street Northwest by Beatrix Place and Main Street West.
Crash involving silver car on I‑40 westbound
Traffic
I 40 and Drexel Road, Valdese, North Carolina 28690, United States
As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible vehicle crash on Interstate 40 westbound near mile marker 107 involving a silver Dodge Challenger. The vehicle’s registration and authority information were checked over the radio.
