The Palmyra Fire Department Fire Line

December 17 - At 7:06 a.m., 911 dispatched first responders to a report of a patient with breathing problems at a residence on West Church. As an ambulance was responding from Hannibal, first responders conducted an initial assessment of the patient prior to the ambulance's arrival and then assisted ambulance personnel, returning to the station at 7:40 a.m.

December 18 - At 12:33 p.m., 911 dispatched first responders to a report of an unconscious patient at the Palmyra High School. First responders assisted ambulance personnel and returned to the station at 12:42 p.m.

December 18 - At 4:48 p.m., 911 dispatched firefighters to a report of a single vehicle accident in the median of US-61 near County Road 409. Firefighters inspected the vehicle for hazards and then assisted ambulance personnel; firefighters returned to the station at 5:31 p.m.

December 19 - At 12:07 a.m., 911 dispatched first responders to a report of an unconscious patient on West Main Cross. First responders assisted law enforcement personnel and returned to the station at 12:15 a.m.

December 21 - At 2:24 a.m., 911 dispatched first responders to a report of a patient with chest pains and difficulty breathing at a residence on County Road 316. First responders assisted ambulance personnel and returned to the station at 3:17 a.m.

December 24 - Firefighters will be on standby should a certain pilot from the North Pole require assistance in making his rounds. Merry Christmas from your Palmyra Fire Department!

Christmas Gift Hints

Having problems deciding what gift to buy for the person on your list that has everything? You can't go wrong by purchasing them a smoke detector or fire extinguisher. Better yet, buy them one of each. A smoke detector and fire extinguisher will always be the right size and color and will always be appreciated!