Worker burned by steam at Poway safari park, Poway CA
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Medical EmergencyAs discussed during the dispatch call, an apparent workplace accident occurred at the zoo in Poway, where an 18-year-old worker sustained possible facial burns from a steam release. The individual remained alert and was transported by Medic 33 to Pomerado Hospital for evaluation.
Audio|Heard on: San Diego CA Hospital Group Calls
Listen to dispatch call
01:42
Transcript:
00:00
Traffic to La Jolla?
00:01
La Jolla back 33.
00:03
Copy, go ahead Medic 33.
00:05
Medic 33, incident number F2257.
00:10
You have an 18-year-old male.
00:11
We’re heading to Pomerado, ETA about 15 to 20 minutes.
00:16
Chief complaint is to his face, related to steam exposure.
00:19
Let me know when you get a full report.
00:25
It was unclear where you were heading and what was the complaint?
00:32
We’re heading to Pomerado, Pomerado P-O-M.
00:35
With 18-year-old male, facial burns secondary to steam.
00:44
He’s coming from the safari park.
00:47
He was working with pressurized air and steam when it opened into his face.
00:53
He says it burned his face and inside his nose.
00:57
Patient is alert and answering questions.
00:59
His skin appears normal.
01:02
He has respirations of 18 and SpO2 of 99% on room air.
01:06
Patient has clear lung sounds.
01:08
He’s not complaining of shortness of breath.
01:11
He reports burning sensation to his face and nose.
01:16
No visible burns or blisters seen.
01:23
All vitals stable. Last blood pressure was 141 over 75.
01:26
Heart rate 73.
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Location mentioned:
Pomerado Rd, Poway, CA 92064
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