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Deputy Chief Shawn Downs volunteered to help on a recent Southwest flight.
WASHINGTON — A D.C. firefighter is being commended for actions he took on a recent Southwest flight.
During the flight from Vegas to Dallas, an announcement was made asking for any passengers with medical expertise.
Deputy Chief Shawn Downs responded to the front of the plane where he found a 7-year-old unconscious.
Officials say he was able to assess the child, establish vital signs, and administered oxygen.
The child regained consciousness, and was met by paramedics at the gate who took the patient to Children's Hospital for final diagnosis.
Firefighters are always ready to leap into action, even at 10,000 Ft. That’s what happened to Deputy Chief Shawn Downs when a child lost consciousness mid-flight on @SouthwestAir. Chief Downs treated the child until medics took over on landing. Boy is doing fine. #DCsBravest pic.twitter.com/NtO8B5BXRk
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