This morning at approximately 7:30 a.m., Station 19 was dispatched alongside Stations 20 and 62 to Brownsdale Rd, Forward Twp for a motor vehicle accident with a vehicle on fire and one occupant still inside. While responding, Station 62 requested Squad 98, and Captain 20 requested Station 12.

During the response, multiple updates were received, the last reporting that bystanders had successfully removed the driver from the vehicle, which was now fully involved. Chief 19-2 arrived shortly thereafter and confirmed a vehicle off the roadway, fully involved.

Approximately 45 seconds after Chief 19-2’s arrival, Engine 19, Rescue 20, and 62-3 arrived on scene. Engine 19 and Rescue 20 began fire suppression, while Lt. 19-1, Chief 19, and 62-3 provided patient care.

Rescue 12 and Squad 19 arrived shortly after and assisted with traffic control.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the bystanders who undoubtedly saved the driver’s life. Although we did not get your names, you are truly the heroes this holiday season.

Engine 19, Rescue 20, and 62-3 arrived on scene approximately eight minutes after dispatch.