Calhoun Rural Fire Association

Severe Hip Pain

Bryan — Sat, 18 Feb 2012 13:39:54 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the 800 block of NE 701 road to an alarm of a male patient complaining of severe hip pain. Upon arrival on scene first responders assisted GVMH Unit 17 with patient care and loading of the … Continue reading →

Lift Assistance

Bryan — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:05:16 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the 400 block of N. Maple street to an alarm of a patient that had fallen and needed assistance up. Upon arrival on scene First Responders assisted the patient to his feet and back in to … Continue reading →

Investigation

Bryan — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:00:55 +0000

Engine 3 responded to the 300 block of W. 1st street to an alarm of a house full of smoke and all residents have been evacuated. Upon arrival on scene the back door was opened for venting and firefighters made entry to investigate and search for the source of the smoke. Firefighters determined that the smoke was coming from the residences’ wood stove. Once the smoke had cleared out from the residence, Engine 3 went in service.

Lonnie Price Memorial Bowling Tournament

Drew — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:26:00 +0000

Firefighters will be participating in the Lonne Price Memorial Bowling tournament this Saturday February 18th at 10:10 AM. All proceeds from the event go to the Lonnie Price Family to help with funeral costs. We encourage everyone to come out and support the Price family during their time of need.

Medical Standby

Drew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:38:38 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the Calhoun Highschool Gymnasium for medical standby for the homecoming basketball game. First Responders reported no injuries to anyone during the game. Rescue 5 went in service with no action taken.

Hay Bale Fire

Drew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:36:34 +0000

Brush Truck 4 responded to an alarm of a hay bale fire in the 800 block of NE 52 HWY. Firefighters arrived on scene and discovered six round hay bales on fire. Firefighters extinguished the fire without any further loss … Continue reading →

Investigation

Drew — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:32:55 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the area 800 block of NE 52 HWY to an alarm of a hay bale fire. Citizens stopped by the fire station and alarmed fire fighters of the situation. Upon investigation the property owner stated he … Continue reading →

Hip Pain

Bryan — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:53:43 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the 800 block of NE 701 road for a patient that has chronic hip problems and can not walk because of the pain he is experiencing. Upon arrival on scene first responders examined the leg and later assisted GVMH Unit 16 once they arrived on scene. Patient was transported by Unit 16 to GVMH for further treatment. Rescue 5 went in service.

Bomb Threat

Bryan — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:51:04 +0000

Engine 3 was dispatched to an alarm of a bomb threat at the local school. Engine 3 and EMS staged near by as the Henry County Sheriff’s Office and the Missouri State Highway Patrol performed an investigation and search for the explosive device. After an extensive search no explosive devices were found. Engine 3 went in service with no action taken.

Low Blood Sugar

Drew — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:08:49 +0000

Rescue 5 responded to the 300 block of E. Main St. for a patient having a heart attack. Upon arrival on scene first responders assessed the patient and determined the patient was experiencing hypoglycemia. GVMH Unit 16 arrived on scene and gave the patient glucose which ultimately raised his blood sugar to normal levels. The patient refused medical transport, Unit 16 and Rescue 5 went in service.