Fire crews rescue resident from collapsed structure, Norfolk VA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, fire and rescue units responded to a possible structural collapse near Brambleton Avenue involving a resident temporarily trapped inside a bedroom. Crews made contact with the person inside, who reported no injuries but was unable to exit. Responders forced entry and assisted the occupant. The situation appears to have been under control after the rescue.
Audio|Heard on: Norfolk VA Fire-Tac Group Calls
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Transcript:
00:00
Units responding near Brambleton Avenue.
00:02
Caller advises that (name withheld)'s bedroom ceiling collapsed and (name withheld) is trapped in the room.
00:08
Ladder One has arrived.
00:14
Medic One arrived.
00:16
Two-story home confirmed.
00:18
Making contact now.
00:22
Battalion One has arrived.
00:23
Establishing Brambleton Avenue Command.
00:34
Anyone on scene?
00:40
Investigating ongoing.
01:04
A resident outside has made contact with the person inside.
01:10
Person inside reports no injuries but cannot reach the door.
01:14
Fire personnel forcing entry through front door.
Disclaimer:
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:
E Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510
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