BREAKING: A man has been urgently transported to Derriford Hospital following a medical incident at the Plymouth Life Centre this morning. Emergency services were called at 11:11 AM, prompting a swift response from multiple ambulances and air support.
The South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) dispatched two land ambulances, an air ambulance, and a first responder to the busy leisure center, confirming the man was quickly taken to hospital for further treatment.
“We were called at 11:11 AM on Wednesday, December 3, to a medical incident in Plymouth. We sent two double-crewed land ambulances, an air ambulance, an operations officer, and a first responder to the scene,” a SWASFT spokesperson stated.
Witnesses reported seeing a Devon Air Ambulance helicopter on site, aiding in the emergency response. The air ambulance crew accompanied the patient to Derriford Hospital on a land ambulance to monitor his condition closely during transport.
A senior manager at Plymouth Active Leisure confirmed that the incident occurred within the Bowls Hall of the Life Centre, emphasizing that staff reacted immediately to provide assistance and alert emergency responders.
“We can confirm that a medical incident involving a member of the public occurred in the Bowls Hall at the Plymouth Life Centre, where our team responded immediately to offer assistance and alert emergency responders,” said the manager.
This incident highlights the critical importance of rapid emergency response in public spaces, underscoring the role of trained staff and first responders in managing health crises.
As the situation develops, authorities are expected to provide more updates on the man’s condition and the response efforts. Stay tuned for further information on this urgent incident.
