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Location:
Oregon -
Date:
08/04/2024 -
Incident Type:
Medical or Exertion or Heat -
Description:
A firefighter experienced a suspected heart attack while assigned to the Crazy Creek Fire, Ochoco National Forest, Oregon. The firefighter was flown to Bend, OR and admitted to the hospital overnight for observation. A cardiac issue requiring surgery was detected and a procedure was conducted.
[This data was provided by the USFS Weekly Summary Report.]
Medical or Exertion or Heat, Medical Emergency
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