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Beaver Dam Fire Rescue teams were kept busy this week, responding to several serious incidents along Interstate 15 through the Virgin River Gorge. Emergency personnel handled three major calls in a short span, ranging from a semi-truck crash to a fatal accident and a fiery rollover involving critical injuries. On Tuesday morning, April 28, Beaver Dam Fire Rescue, along with the … [Read more...] about Beaver Dam crews respond to multiple serious incidents in Virgin River Gorge
Beaver Dam/Littlefield Fire District (BD/LFD)
Five-vehicle accident in Virgin River Gorge
A five-vehicle accident occurred on Jan. 9 as a result of exercise equipment in the road within the Virgin River Gorge. The Beaver Dam/Littlefield Fire Department responded to the scene of a multiple-vehicle accident at approximately mile marker 17 on the southbound lanes of Interstate 15. After arriving on the scene, they deduced that the incident involved five vehicles … [Read more...] about Five-vehicle accident in Virgin River Gorge
First Responder Report
The Mesquite Police Department expressed its thanks to the Coyote Willows subdivision, which put on a full blue light display to show their support for the police. “In my 10 months serving as chief of police, I have been deeply moved by the outpouring of support from this community. Seeing these blue lights shining bright each night is a powerful reminder of the partnership … [Read more...] about First Responder Report
Wrong-way driver results in fatality
A fatality due to a wrong-way driver occurred nearby Beaver Dam early on Sunday morning. The Beaver Dam/Littlefield Fire Department reported a multiple-vehicle collision reported on Interstate 15 around mile marker 11 within Arizona, right by the Virgin River Gorge. It was discovered that a passenger sedan was driving northbound on the southbound lanes and collided head-on … [Read more...] about Wrong-way driver results in fatality
SWAT raid, drowning incident occur in Moapa Valley
Moapa Valley saw a couple of incidents occur last week, including an enforcement of a warrant involving the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department SWAT team and an unfortunate drowning incident. Last Thursday, at approximately 5 p.m., a property on the corner of Ash Street and Pirate Avenue was swarmed by LVMPD officers and SWAT. The house owner was taken into custody and … [Read more...] about SWAT raid, drowning incident occur in Moapa Valley
Wreck at Falcon Ridge exit causes critical injuries
Mesquite had a bad accident at the roundabout near the freeway and Falcon Ridge Parkway last Friday, Oct. 3. A car exited the interstate and flipped over, leaving the roadway. MFR responded to the scene at about 4:26 p.m. The single occupant in the car suffered critical injuries and was transported by ambulance to a location where they were LifeFlighted to the nearest trauma … [Read more...] about Wreck at Falcon Ridge exit causes critical injuries
First Responder Weekly Report
Beaver Dam/Littlefield Fire Department reported two incidents, one a shed catching on fire and a rollover incident on I-15 within the Virgin River Gorge. On Sept. 24, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a call was received about a shed fire that was growing bigger and threatening mobile homes nearby. The crew arrived to find the shed, a recreational vehicle and the right side of a … [Read more...] about First Responder Weekly Report
First responders handle dramatic rescues
The upcoming Oct. 1 event for the Mesquite Police and Fire Night will celebrate the role of first responders, especially the police and firefighters. It will take place at the Mesquite Recreation Center on the west field from 6 to 8 p.m. at 100 W. Old Mill Road. It will include free food, demonstrations, games and other activities, along with entertainment, including … [Read more...] about First responders handle dramatic rescues
First Responder Report
The week has been very quiet for local first responder departments, Public Information Officer Trooper Shawn Hagglestrom of the Nevada State Police said, “This is a good thing if it is quiet for us.” All other local departments reported no major vehicle accidents or criminal incidents throughout the week. All expressed their utmost gratitude at the opportunity they had to … [Read more...] about First Responder Report
Crash on I-15 claims three lives over holiday weekend
The holiday weekend brought about a few traffic problems for travelers on Interstate 15, but they were minimal compared to the last four months. Traffic was heavily affected on the way to Saint George on Sunday evening when a 90-plus-year-old female wrong-way driver in a Cadillac collided with a Toyota Highlander head-on, leaving three dead, including the driver. The … [Read more...] about Crash on I-15 claims three lives over holiday weekend