01/25/2024
On Monday, January 22nd, 2024, at approximately 11:45 am, Elk City Fire & EMS crews received a mutual aid request from Roger Mills County. Elk City Fire & EMS were called upon to aid them with an individual that was entrapped underneath a bulldozer.
Our dedicated team quickly responded, sending a command vehicle, rescue unit, and paramedic unit to aid in the critical situation. The victim was able to be rescued from under the 20-ton dozer with the aid of airbags and heavy loading equipment that was at a nearby job site.
The urgency remained as the need for the highest level of trauma care available was well over two hours away at OU trauma hospital in OKC. Collaborating seamlessly with Roger Mills County EMS, ECFD paramedics, along with the assistance of newly acquired medications like tranexamic acid (TXA), ensured the patient's stability during the journey.
In a remarkable display of Oklahoma collaboration, Elk City Fire Department paramedics reached out to the Oklahoma City Fire Department for support. Halfway through the trip, OKC Fire paramedics joined forces, administering crucial blood transfusions to the patient.
🩸 This information was brought to light to display the Importance of teamwork amongst EMS and Fire Departments as well as Blood Donation- which is where we all can step in and contribute to saving lives!
This incident underscores the vital role collaboration plays in emergency situations. We are incredibly fortunate to have such positive working relationships with our nearby towns such as the one we have Roger Mills EMS. The exceptional relationships we've fostered were instrumental in this life-saving mission. Together, we make a difference.
Let's also take a moment to acknowledge the importance of trauma patients receiving timely and critical care, including the invaluable role of blood donation through Oklahoma Blood Institute. Your support through blood donations truly saves lives.
On April 12th 2024, the Elk City Fire Department will be hosting the inaugural blood drive in memory of Colter Vaught, organized by the Beckham County Firefighters association and we would love to see you all there!
As always, thank you for allowing us to continue to serve you!
