rt8rolloverextrication

Photo: Kenneth Gode

Companies 1 & 3 were dispatched to Rt8 North in the area of exit 13 for the reported motor vehicle accident with fire and possible extrication. Squad 1 arrived to find one car on its side resting against a pole with 1 occupant trapped. Squad 1 utilized the stabilization jacks and began extrication with the assistance of Engine 2 and Co.3 units.. The occupant was removed within 10 minutes and transported by Echo Hose Ambulance. Squad 1 remained on scene providing scene safety while the wrecker removed the vehicle.