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Brawley first responders recognized after quick AED response saved a man; firefighters also honored for competitions
Summary
The council and public recognized Brawley police and fire personnel for a May on‑street cardiac arrest save and for firefighters’ athletic accomplishments; crews received certificates and a public standing ovation.
At the July 1 meeting the council publicly recognized city firefighters and police officers for a rapid medical response on May 8 that helped a man survive an out‑of‑hospital cardiac arrest, and also highlighted local firefighters’ competitive achievements.
Fire Captain Eloy Martinez and others described an incident in early May in which a police officer witnessed a man collapse. Officers Israel Garza and Brian Harsney (names used in the public transcript) initiated CPR and used an automated external defibrillator (AED) after first responders arrived; speakers said the team quickly identified a shockable rhythm, delivered a shock and continued compressions. The patient regained some responsiveness, later walked out of the hospital and returned to the station to thank crews, Martinez said.
Captain Martinez presented certificates to responders and noted that survivals from out‑of‑hospital cardiac arrest are statistically rare; staff described the save as notable for the quick recognition, coordinated CPR, AED use and rapid EMS transport. The council and public gave the responders a standing ovation and took a group photo.
Earlier in the meeting Fire Captain Martinez also highlighted firefighter Andrew Romo’s participation in the World Police and Fire Games and a recent West Coast Strongest Firefighter competition, where Romo and other firefighters from Brawley won medals and placed in national events. The council thanked the department for its service and presented certificates to participants.
No formal council action was taken; the recognition was ceremonial. Councilmembers encouraged continued training and community outreach by public safety staff.
