VRFA Blotter: gunshot wound, burns, overdose, accident & more

Here are 911 Calls for Service responded to by the Valley Regional Fire Authority (VRFA) from Mar. 5–Mar. 10, 2024:

• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Tuesday, March 5th, at 4:09 a.m., VRFA firefighters responded to an adult male experiencing sharp upper leg pain. Having undergone open-heart surgery two weeks prior, the patient was awakened by the sudden onset of leg pain. After evaluation, the patient was transported to the University of Washington Bellevue by Tri-Med.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Tuesday, March 5th, at 12:40 a.m., VRFA firefighters and King County Medic One responded to an adult female who had just given birth to her baby at home. Firefighters and paramedics evaluated both patients on the scene before they were transported to a local hospital by a private ambulance for observation.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Wednesday, March 6th, at 6:43 a.m., VRFA firefighters were dispatched to a male with a gunshot wound to the hand. Upon arrival, they found the individual with injuries to the hand and upper arm. Firefighters administered treatment on-site before he was transported to Valley Medical Center by private ambulance.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Thursday, March 7th at 8:05 a.m., VRFA firefighters were called to assist an adult female who sustained multiple burns from accidentally setting her gown on fire while lighting a candle. After evaluation, she was transported to a local hospital by private ambulance.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Thursday, March 7th at 10:03 a.m., VRFA firefighters were dispatched to assist an adult male who had overdosed. The man received treatment from the Auburn Police Department and VRFA crews, including naloxone administration. After regaining consciousness, he was transported to MultiCare Auburn Medical Center for further care.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Friday, March 8th at 3:34 p.m., VRFA firefighters were called to assist an elderly male facing complications following his discharge from the hospital after a prolonged stay. The patient, exhibiting weakness, was assessed by firefighters and transported to Valley Medical Center by private ambulance.
• Motor Vehicle Accident: (Auburn) On Saturday, March 9th at 7:28 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a two-car motor vehicle accident on SR18. Three patients, all reporting neck and back pain, were treated on-site by firefighters. They were transported to MultiCare Auburn Medical Center via private ambulance and A331.
• Aid Call: (Auburn) On Sunday, March 10th at 4:31 p.m., VRFA firefighters responded to a report of CPR in progress. Upon arrival, the crew discovered the male patient having a seizure. The patient was stabilized and transported to Valley Medical Center via private ambulance.