MEDIA CONTACT: Mark E. Brady, Chief Spokesperson, 240-508-7930
mebrady@co.pg.md.us @PGFDPIO
It doesn't have to a big event or large item that gives people a moment to pause and give thanks. Often times people are thankful for the small acts
of kindness demonstrated by complete strangers or the compassion shown towards something they love. One such event occurred on Tuesday morning, November 24. Prince George’s County Firefighter/Medics
were alerted to a female experiencing a medical emergency while in a taxicab in
the District Heights area.
Upon arrival, medics assessed the female patient and
determined she needed additional evaluation and treatment at a hospital. There was one tiny problem. The problem was a small Dachshund by the name
of “Dolly.” This was one of the patient’s
most valued and beloved possessions. She
considered declining medical attention if it meant leaving Dolly behind. John L. Scruggs, The PGFD Emergency Medical
Services on-duty Supervisor, who just happened to respond on this incident,
intervened.
Scruggs promised that he and
firefighter/medics at the District Heights Fire/EMS Station would take care of
Dolly until a family member could make arrangements to come by the station and
pick her up.
So it was that Dolly spent a better part of the day at the
fire station. It appears from the
pictures that Dolly was well taken care of and received a considerable amount
of attention.
Someone did stop by later in the day and retrieved
Dolly. We wish our patient well and a
speedy recovery. The District Heights personnel
said to bring Dolly by for a visit every so often.
Giving thanks for the small actions that make a big
difference in someone’s life.
On behalf of the entire Prince George’s County Fire/EMS
Department we wish everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving.
Images are courtesy of PGFD.
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