Elderly male falls in garage with possible hip fracture, Fairfield IA
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An elderly man fell in a garage near East Fillmore. He may have fractured his right hip. Emergency services were dispatched to assist.
Audio|Heard on: Jefferson County Fire / EMS
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Transcript:
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Jefferson County Ambulance, Rescue 17, please respond to near East Fillmore.
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That's near East Fillmore in reference to an elderly male who fell, possibly breaking his right hip.
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They are located in the garage.
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Collar advising, she's not noticing anything protruding, but he...
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is wrapped up in a blanket.
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He is conscious at this time.
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He is breathing heavily.
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Once again, near East Fillmore.
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Timeout, 1039.
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Location mentioned:
E Fillmore Ave, Fairfield, IA 52556
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