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“Welcome to the world baby Annabelle!
Firefighters bear witness to many heartbreaking and disheartening situations. The weight of the cumulative experiences can be overwhelming for even the most resilient responders.
And then something like this happens…Little Annabelle is not only a gift to her family but also to the responders who rushed to the scene. We were grateful to be part of her exciting entrance into the world!
March 25th (3:00 am) – Ambulance 3 and Squad 3 responded to the scene of a Lakeville residence for a woman in active labor. The tone of the excited dispatcher communicated to our firefighters the urgency of the situation! Car 2 joined the response from her residence.
Responders arrived to find baby Annabelle could not wait for their arrival, delivering just a minute before the first medic entered the home.
The Delisle Family had called for Grandpa to come over to watch Annabelle’s brothers while Mom and Dad drove to the hospital. Things escalated quickly though and Grandpa was not on time.
Medics went to work caring for Annabelle and her Mom. Responders report that the parents were rock solid and very calm (which is very helpful to everyone)! Annabelle’s Dad shared that he is now interested in becoming an EMT.
Today, the Delisle Family came to visit the station and thank the firefighters who came to the house that morning. The responding Lakeville Fire Department responders included FF PJ Machunski, FF Brock DuVarney, FF Dick Velez, and DC Pam Garant.
Chief O’Brien would like to express his gratitude to the Delisle Family for brightening our day. The Chief is also proud of the work of the crew and the care they provided to these very special patients!
Thank you to our community – it is only through your support that we can be ready on a moment’s notice for events like this one. You all own a share of this and the many other outcomes we produce.”-Lakeville, MA Fire Department.
Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.
Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.
Lakeville, MA Fire Department photo.
