Child experiences breathing emergency near 6th Ave, Altoona PA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency responders were dispatched to an apartment near 6th Avenue in Altoona for a possible medical emergency involving a two-year-old boy who was reportedly having difficulty breathing and appeared congested. The caller was not aware of any prior respiratory issues such as asthma.
Audio|Heard on: Blair County EMS, Fire, Police, Hazmat and Helos
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Transcript:
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(name withheld) reports their child having breathing problems.
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Location is near 6th Avenue in Altoona.
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Thank you for responding.
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Confirmed location near 6th Avenue, Apartment 2.
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A two-year-old male child is the patient.
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He is not breathing properly.
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He appears very congested.
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Caller does not know of any asthma or lung problems.
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This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
6th Ave APT 2, Altoona, PA 16602
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