Elderly man clung onto sea rock wall for hours treading bay water until rescue by firemen

In a dramatic afternoon rescue, the Alameda Fire Department swiftly responded to a medical emergency involving an individual stranded on the Rock Wall for an extended period. The incident unfolded just after 3:00 p.m. today, prompting a coordinated effort by the dedicated Alameda firefighters.

Upon arrival, firefighters located the distressed patient towards the end of the rock wall, immediately initiating critical patient care. Recognizing the need for additional resources, crews were dispatched to launch a rescue boat to facilitate the safe extraction of the stranded individual.

With precision and skill, Alameda firefighters carefully loaded the patient onto the rescue boat, navigating the challenging conditions to ensure a secure transfer. The rescue boat transported the patient to the Encinal Boat Ramp, where a waiting ambulance stood ready to provide further medical assistance.

The individual, facing serious injuries due to prolonged exposure to inclement weather conditions, was swiftly transported to a local hospital for comprehensive medical care.

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