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They are always there quickly when people need help: Red Cross employees are on duty around the clock, 365 days a year, at six local offices in the Perg district. They ensure help as quickly as possible and keep a cool head if the worst comes to the worst. This was also the case on New Year’s Eve.
The Red Cross members have a close-knit network of help across the district and are there for the people in the region. With almost 25 professional helpers on duty, quick help is guaranteed, even on the last or first night of the year. In addition, in some communities in the district there are first responders, who are also on standby for emergencies.
Cater to night owls
Typically, emergency services employees provide more revelers on New Year’s Eve. In addition, accidents involving fireworks that end up in the hospital happen again and again. “The most common injuries include burns and hearing damage,” says district rescue commander Christian Geirhofer and gives tips for emergencies: Rockets and firecrackers can become a fire hazard if handled incorrectly. To relieve the pain, the affected area should be cooled extensively with water; If the injured person is cold, stop cooling. Then cover the burn with a sterile wound dressing and secure it loosely with gauze bandages. In the event of extensive burns, call emergency services on 144.
Fireworks can also quickly become eye-catching. “Under no circumstances should you remove larger foreign bodies yourself. Call emergency services immediately. Rinse smaller particles carefully with water,” advises Geirhofer. One case for rescue is severed fingers. Until the paramedics arrive, the bleeding should be stopped by applying direct pressure to the wounds with germ-free wound dressings. Severed body parts should be treated like any other wound. “Wrap the severed finger in sterile bandage material, then place it in a plastic bag or wrap it in a rescue blanket,” adds Geirhofer: “Hands away from ice and water – severed limbs should not come into contact with either.” Every year around 1,000 people suffer hearing damage from firecrackers. If you suddenly hear worse and have pain in your ear, this could be a sign of a blast. In this case, take it easy and see a doctor.
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