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Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
4 days ago

Brooklyn hospital EMTs suspended after woman, 44, fatally struck by ambulance

A woman was killed in a hit-and-run by a private ambulance in Brooklyn, leading to paramedics' suspension pending investigation.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Firefighter suffers cardiac arrest during Hyde Park blaze

A firefighter suffered cardiac arrest while battling a warehouse roof fire in Hyde Park that caused approximately $750,000 in damage.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Experience: I suffered terrible burns as a child then became a firefighter

A severe burn accident at age six caused third- and fourth-degree burns on 73% of the body, requiring a year of hospitalization and long-term recovery, fundamentally shaping life trajectory and resilience.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Why Your Phone Battery Dies Faster During a Public Emergency

When cell towers are damaged or overloaded, phones work harder to stay connected, using up more power. Weak signals, frequent reconnecting, and increased activity from the phone's modem are among the main reasons the battery does not last as long in these situations.
Coronavirus
New York City
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Mamdani administration says 7 more people died inside NYC homes due to cold exposure

A cold snap in New York City from late January to early February resulted in 29 deaths, with 14 occurring inside private residences and 15 outside, raising questions about preparedness for vulnerable populations.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Body of Eastham man who fell through ice located after days of searching

Couple fell through ice at First Encounter Beach while walking their dog; wife died and husband's body was recovered nearly a week later.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

In case of emergency: The importance of learning CPR, pet first aid

But if we're not prepared, panic and confusion can hinder our ability to act appropriately when they need us most. The best way to increase your chances of responding quickly and calmly is to familiarize yourself with basic pet first aid techniques. Though never a substitute for veterinary treatment, properly applied first aid can minimize a pet's trauma and even save their life until you are able to transport them to a veterinarian,
Pets
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
Berlin
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Berlin hospital raises alarm over serious winter injuries

Cold weather and icy pavements in Berlin caused many winter-related injuries, prompting hospitals to deploy extra resources and temporary lifting of salt bans.
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
Healthcare
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Critical incident declared at city hospital trust

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust declared a critical incident due to unprecedented patient demand, causing severe delays and elective procedure rearrangements to protect patient safety.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

19 "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever, EVER Make, According To First Responders

Prioritize immediate assistance over recording, call emergency services, learn airway-clearing and choking first aid, and secure pets so responders can access the scene safely.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Juvenile dies after suffering cardiac arrest at Boston community center, police say

Juvenile suffered cardiac arrest at a Roxbury community center and died after transport to Boston Children's Hospital; police reported no suspected alcohol or drug use.
fromwww.nydailynews.com
2 months ago

Boy, 6, clinging to life after hit by Hatzolah ambulance in Brooklyn: sources

A 6-year-old boy is clinging to life after he was struck by a Hatzolah ambulance in Brooklyn Saturday morning, according to police sources. The ambulance driver was heading west on 52nd St. around 10:34 a.m., striking the child near 52nd St. and 15th Ave. in Borough Park, cops said. EMS transported the child to Maimonides Medical Center where he was in critical condition. No arrests were made.
New York City
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NJ hiker freezes to death while hiking New York's highest peak - despite calling 911 for help

Brianna Mohr, 21, fell from a trail on Mount Marcy and died of hypothermia after rescuers found her more than six hours later.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

10 people die in NYC's frigid cold, raising questions about the city's preparedness

Each is among a growing number of people - at least 10, as of Tuesday - who died after being exposed to the bitter cold that has persisted in New York City since late last Friday. Their causes of death are still under investigation, but some showed signs of having succumbed to hypothermia. Officials said several victims were believed to have been living on the streets. At least six of the fatalities came early Saturday, as the temperature in the city fell to 9 degrees (minus 13 degrees Celsius).
Brooklyn
New York City
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 month ago

Man, 81, Found Dead On Brooklyn Roof Amid Extreme Cold: NYPD

An 81-year-old man was found dead on a Flatlands apartment roof during an extreme cold warning as New York City reports rising cold-related deaths.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Wu declares cold emergency ahead of frigid weekend temperatures

"The current threshold for the City of Boston to declare a cold emergency is one day or more of -10°F or below observed wind chill," Wu said in a statement.
Boston
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

People put off giving CPR by unrealistic TV depictions, researchers say

TV portrayals of bystander CPR often show unnecessary steps that may deter untrained viewers; chest-compression-only CPR is recommended for untrained rescuers.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

A matter of minutes: How the NYPD Harbor Unit teaches cops to save lives in frozen waters | amNewYork

NYPD trains patrol officers in cold-water rescue techniques, staging, communication, and equipment use to reduce fatalities from icy falls in parks and waterways.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Can shoveling snow trigger heart attacks? Here's what Boston's cardiologists had to say

I think this is a fairly recognized phenomenon,
Public health
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Major incident declared and patients evacuated after hospital fire

A major fire at University Hospital Southampton prompted evacuation and deployment of over 110 firefighters; the fire was contained and no injuries were reported.
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