Firefighters rush 350kg teacher to emergency care after severe illness

A 40-year-old teacher weighing 350kg was rushed to the general hospital early this morning after falling seriously ill. Firefighters were called to assist when his condition worsened, requiring urgent transport to Alor Gajah hospital near me.

The man's wife contacted the Fire and Rescue Department at 2.56 am, seeking help for her husband. He had been suffering from a high fever for over a week and was already on medical leave. His health had deteriorated due to a bacterial infection in his leg and severe asthma.

A team of eight firefighters arrived to move him safely. The operation took 20 minutes, slowed by the tight space inside the home. Once stabilised, he was transported in a fire department vehicle to Alor Gajah hospital near me for treatment.

The teacher is now receiving care at the hospital near me. His case highlights the challenges faced by emergency services when assisting patients with extreme obesity. No specialised medical units for such cases are currently available in Malaysian hospitals.