SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — A 71-year-old Seminole County man got the chance to meet the fire rescue team that helped saved his life.
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Richard Meyer suffered a stroke two weeks ago at his home.
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The rescue team from Station 34 rushed him to Advent Health in downtown Orlando.
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They were able to relay all of Meyer’s issues to the hospital staff.
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Their response likely made the difference between life and death.
Advent Health honored the crew with a “time is brain” award.
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