The Arcadia Fire Department responded to a variety of emergency calls during the week
of March 3 – 9, 2024. The following is a breakdown of incident types recorded for this
time period:
Sunday, March 3
At 3:59 p.m., Engine 106 and Rescue Ambulance 105 responded to a medical incident in
the first block of Fairview Avenue. Upon arrival, fire personnel found a 60-year-old female
with a seizure. Fire personnel performed a full medical evaluation which included a 12-
lead electrocardiogram, intravenous access, blood glucose check, and monitored for
further seizure activity. The patient was transported to USC Arcadia Hospital for further
evaluation and treatment.
Monday, March 4
At 5:06 p.m., Engine 105 responded to a vehicle fire in the 100 block of North Santa Anita
Avenue. Upon arrival, fire personnel found a fully involved vehicle next to the curb. Fire
personnel began fire attack operations with a 1.75" hose line. The fire was extinguished,
and there were no reported injuries. Arcadia Police Department remained on scene with
the driver.
Tuesday, March 5
At 9:15 a.m., Engine 106, Rescue Ambulance 105, and Basic Life Support (BLS)
Ambulance 106 responded to a report of a medical patient in the 1000 block of West
Huntington Drive. Upon arrival, there was a 79-year-old patient with a complaint of bi-
lateral leg pain. Fire personnel performed a full medical evaluation which included a blood
pressure check and electrocardiogram. The patient was transported to USC Arcadia
Hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
Wednesday, March 6
At 10:23 a.m., Engine 105 responded to a reported outside-type fire in the 300 block of
North Santa Anita Avenue. Fire personnel arrived to find a dumpster fire and it was quickly
extinguished. The fire was contained to the area of origin, and no property damage or
injuries occurred.
Thursday, March 7
At 5:07 p.m., Truck 105 was dispatched to the 100 block of East Huntington Drive for a
reported flooding condition. Due to torrential downpour of rain that overwhelmed local
flood control storm drains, streets became flooded, and rainwater was forced into local
businesses. During this time, fire units responded to numerous calls for water-related
emergencies that caused minor property damage; however, no injuries were reported.Friday, March 8
At 2:41 p.m., Engine 105, Engine 106, Engine 102, Truck 101, Truck 105, Rescue
Ambulance 105, Battalion 10, and Battalion 105 responded to a reported structure fire in
the 1000 block of South Tenth Avenue. Upon arrival, fire personnel found a single-story
residential structure with no signs of fire or smoke. Upon further investigation, the house
was under construction and contractors were sweating pipes using a torch in the kitchen
area. It had caused a small fire underneath the kitchen sink but was put out prior to the
department’s arrival. Fire personnel opened the drywall and ascended to the attic space
to confirm there was no further fire extension. Using a thermal imaging camera (TIC) to
ensure no significant heat signatures were present, all units were released from the
incident.
Saturday, March 9
At 12:48 p.m., Engine 105 and Rescue Ambulance 105 responded to a medical incident
in the 100 block of West Huntington Drive. Upon arrival, fire personnel found a 48-year-
old male with a chief complaint of abdominal pain. Fire personnel performed a full medical
evaluation which included an electrocardiogram, intravenous access, and administered
anti-nausea medication. The patient was transported to USC Arcadia Hospital for further
evaluation and treatment.
Basic Life Support Ambulance Launch
On March 4, Arcadia Fire Department launched, and placed into service, a new service
program to our community, Basic Life Support (BLS)1Â Ambulance.
The purpose of the program will allow rescue ambulances that are advanced life support
(ALS)2Â equipped to be available when needed while BLS transport demands continue to
be met.
During the evaluation period, BLS Ambulance will begin reponding with Station 106 units.
Once the department gains a better understanding of call demands after evaluation,
dispatch strategies will be discussed and BLS Ambulance will respond to all BLS calls
independently.