Man triggers fall alarm but denies needing help, Reading PA


A 97-year-old man triggered a fall detection medical alarm at an apartment near North 10th Street. He told responders he did not need help, but it was not confirmed if he actually fell. Spanish language support may be required.
Audio|Source: Berks County Fire and EMS - Digital
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Transcript:
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Tenson Medic 9, near North 10th Street, the Hugh Carcelo Apartments, and Green Street, and Greenwich Street, apartment 708, the Elastrona. 1450, 50.
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Okay.
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Recease. Receip.
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Eric, 9, near 10th.
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Medical near North 10th town apartment 70A medical alarm for a 97-year-old male fall detection.
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On a computer request an dependent being pushed after he's assisted.
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Having told, they did speak to the subscriber who said he did not need help, but they did not confirm whether or not he fell.
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So, the line ambulance.
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The along company still on someone sent out, they couldn't confirm if he fell or not.
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The Spanish speaking.
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Location mentioned:
Near N 10th St, Reading, PA 19604
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