Man found slumped; fire unit lacked medical gear


Dispatch audio for a medical call at 810 Ballard Court. An 82-year-old man was found slumped but is now conscious and breathing. One fire engine had no medical equipment and had to return to swap vehicles. Other units were cleared to respond.
Audio|Source: Solano Fire - County, Fairfield, Suisun City & Vacaville City
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Transcript:
Responding to 810 Ballard Court Cusp of Blonde Drive. Engine 572 is going back to get Engine 72 and then they'll be on route when no medical equipment on their engine. You have an 82-year-old male. He is now conscious of breathing but was found slumped over. Copy that, thank you. Engine 40, Medic 74. You're clear to respond to impropriety.
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Fairfield, CA
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