7:07pm–#Bridgeport CT– Police located a stolen car and followed it at a distance on I-95. There was no pursuit and the car got off exit 34 where he hit the guard rail. The suspect fled on foot where K-9 gave chase capturing the suspect. K-9’s love fast food. EMS on the way for a dog bite.
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5:38pm–#Shelton CT– Two crashes on Route 8 southbound. First one is between exits 11 and 10 taking out the left and center lanes. A second crash at exit 8 between a car and tractor trailer.
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#Westport, CT – Westport ambulances will be equipped with Stryker/Physio-Control LUCAS 3 chest compression systems to aid in the care of patients suffering from cardiac arrest.
The local non-profit, Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Service (WVEMS), purchased the mechanical CPR devices after being awarded a $35,000 grant from Newman’s Own Foundation in September. The grant was given in honor of Newman’s Own Foundation 35th anniversary, and was awarded to some of the original recipients of Paul Newman’s generosity.
The updated technology gives EMS workers a quicker, safer way to care for patients. LUCAS 3 is an automated system that provides and assures optimal, high-quality chest compressions to a patient in cardiac arrest, a deadly condition when a patient’s heart no longer pumps blood effectively. The state-of-the-art system can be deployed in seconds and will make it easier to perform quality chest compressions while moving patients and in difficult access points, such as narrow hallways or staircases. The system improves safety during transport to the hospital by allowing personnel to stay seat-belted, rather than standing to perform chest compressions(CPR), and allows them to focus on other tasks such as medication administration, airway management, or hospital notification.
"We were honored and thankful for the Newman's Own Foundation's exceptional grant in September. It allowed us to go outside our regular annual budget and make an important capital acquisition, adding to our topnotch life-saving equipment” said Yves Cantin, Westport Volunteer EMS President.
Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Service continues its pursuit of innovation and excellence in pre-hospital emergency medical care and transport. The organization’s 120 volunteers work alongside six town employees. It purchases and maintains the fleet of ambulances (3), fly-cars (2), a bike team, and Connecticut’s first EMS motorcycle to respond to all medical emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Service (WVEMS) is a non-profit, tax-exempt, charitable organization founded in 1979 that serves the Westport, Connecticut community and its nearly 30,000 residents, hundreds of businesses, and some of the busiest roadways and passenger railroads in the country. Each year WVEMS volunteers respond to nearly 2500 emergency medical calls and train over 1,500 in CPR, EMR and EMT classes from their downtown headquarters. The organization relies on tax-deductible donations to buy and maintain a fleet of state-of-the-art emergency vehicles and essential equipment and supplies,
from heart monitors to bandages. WVEMS volunteers proudly serve over 18,000 volunteer hours annually.
11:31am–#Bridgeport CT– Viewer Brian sent in this picture of a two car crash at Florence and Stratford Avenue. Extrication was required and it looks like the traffic control box was also taken out.
11:21pm–#Bridgeport CT– Firefighters were called to a fire on the 3rd floor of 277 Wilmont Avenue. Their quick response kept the fire contained to the thrid floor. The fire marshal was called to investigate the cause. The Red Cross is finding housing for three people.
1:49pm–#Westport CT–#Bridgeport CT– Bridgeport police officers can be seen in this photo waiting for state police’s arrival in the 500 block of Brooklawn Avenue. They are investigating an alleged gun-waving incident on Merritt Parkway in Westport. No word at this time if there were any arrests.
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#Middletown, CT (December 28, 2017): Connecticut State Troopers remind motorists that combining careful planning with sensible driving will lead to a safer holiday as they travel to holiday celebrations.
Many travelers are expected to hit Connecticut highways during the upcoming holiday weekend. State Troopers ask motorists to follow all driving laws, as their behavior on the roads is essential to keeping potential hazards at a distance.Simply putting traffic laws into practice will prevent accidents and save lives:
Drive the speed limit.
Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the one in front of you.
Ensure that all passengers are wearing seatbelts.
Signal when turning, changing lanes or taking an exit.
Refrain from texting or using your phone.
Never consume alcohol or prescription drugs before you get behind the wheel.
Move over (when safe to do so) whenever law enforcement, fire trucks, ambulances or tow trucks are occupying a
lane. Please give them room to do their job efficiently and safely.
Drivers are also reminded to plan their trips with care:
Fill the gas tank prior to your journey.
Check windshield wipers, windshield wiper fluid and tire pressure.
Fully charge your cell phone.
Carry winter blankets, drinking water and snacks
Check traffic conditions before leaving home
Keep a shovel and sand or salt in the trunk of your vehicle.
Your cooperation is critical to ensuring the well-being of all who are driving our highways and roads throughout the
New Year’s weekend. Whenever you get behind the wheel, safety must be your top priority.
Please be our partner in keeping the roadways safe for all motorists.
State Police will operate roving patrols and conduct DUI checkpoints starting December 29, 2017 and continuing through New Year’s Day.
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12:51pm–Stratford CT–A dryer fire at the Soap Box Laundramat at 1344 Main Street. Firefighters reporting the fire is knocked down and “opening up”. Radio reports said there were flames coming from the roof upon firefighter’s arrival.
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11:33pm–#Bridgeport CT– Victor looks down on what remains of his bicycle after being hit by a car at Fairfield and Yale Street. The driver of the car fled the scene, Victor refused medical treatment.
10:07pm– A bullet hole was found in an an Alba Avenue home after shots were fired earlier on Alba and Reservoir Avenue.
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