Medical emergency for man on Appalachian Trail near shelter, Damascus VA


Emergency services are requested for a 77-year-old man who is down and making gurgling sounds while breathing on the Appalachian Trail near the Lost Mountain Shelter.
Audio|Source: Washington County and Bristol City Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Attention, Damascus Rescue, Damascus Fire Department, need units to respond.
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It's going to be the Appalachian Trail near the Lost Mountain Shelter.
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Cornance are going to be in the active.
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Have a text to 911, mail cell down, 77 years old.
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And I was gurgling while he's breathing unknown further at this time.
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This is clear 2231.
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Location mentioned:
Jeb Stuart Hwy, Damascus, VA 24236
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