Firefighters Pull Two Teens from Edmonton House Fire: A Reminder of Why First Aid Matters
A large contingent of emergency crews rushed to a serious house fire Sunday night at 17808 93 St. in Edmonton’s Lago Lindo neighborhood. The incident, first reported by the Edmonton Journal, involved two teenagers being pulled from the burning home and urgently treated with CPR by first responders.
Read the original news report here:
Firefighters pull young residents from house fire — deputy chief
A Race Against Time
According to Edmonton Fire Rescue Services Deputy Chief Scott MacDonald, firefighters arrived at 9:32 p.m. and quickly searched the home’s upper level where the teens were found. The fire originated in the kitchen and was contained there, but heavy smoke made the rescue challenging and dangerous.
Both teens required immediate CPR on scene before being rushed to hospital. MacDonald emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, “It’s not looking good.”
This incident highlights how crucial fast, effective CPR can be in a life-threatening emergency.
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Extensive Emergency Response
As many as a dozen emergency vehicles responded, including Fire Rescue Services, EMS paramedics, and Edmonton Police Service officers. The father was treated for carbon monoxide poisoning, while the mother escaped without injury.
One firefighter suffered a rolled ankle during the rescue. Fire crews brought the situation under control by 9:52 p.m., just 20 minutes after arriving. MacDonald praised the responders, noting:
“It was a very good job by the crews; they worked very hard to get people out.”
Why First Aid and CPR Training Are Essential
Emergencies unfold quickly, often before professional help can arrive. Being trained in first aid and CPR empowers bystanders to step in immediately. Skills like:
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Recognizing cardiac and breathing emergencies
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Performing CPR correctly
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Using an AED
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Assisting someone suffering from smoke inhalation
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Managing burns or shock
…can make the difference between life and death.
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