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Loveland firefighters honored after coordinated response saves resident’s life
Summary
Loveland Simms Fire Department recognized dispatchers and crews after a coordinated response saved resident Dave Hagan from sudden cardiac arrest; Hagan spoke at council and thanked emergency personnel and the city for equipment investments.
Bruce Hawk, executive officer with the Loveland Sims Fire Department, told the Loveland City Council that a recent call for help ended with a life saved after coordinated action by dispatchers and first responders. "Those first minutes matter," Hawk said, crediting 911 dispatchers for providing clear CPR instructions until crews arrived and paramedics for initiating advanced cardiac life support.
Hawk named the personnel involved and noted the response reflected training, teamwork and the city’s investments in staffing, training and equipment. He said council’s continued funding of cardiac monitors, defibrillators and communications equipment made the outcome possible. "Successful outcomes like this don't happen by accident," he said.
The man saved, Dave Hagan, addressed the council and described the moment as life changing. "I have no business being alive," Hagan said, thanking the city and responders. He said the experience deepened his gratitude and urged continued support for emergency services.
Mayor Bailey and council members congratulated the crews and presented life‑saving awards to a number of staff members. The presentation included brief remarks from Hagan, recognition of the dispatchers' role and a photo opportunity with award recipients.
The council did not take formal action related to the presentation; the appearance served as public recognition of the department’s response and a moment for the survivor to thank emergency personnel.
