On the morning of July 21, 2024, at approximately 5:50 AM, Dallas Fire Rescue (DFR) was dispatched to a possible structure fire on Swiss Avenue. During the response, a DFR fire engine hydroplaned on the wet roadway, lost control, and fell off the southbound Central Expressway (Interstate 345) bridge onto the DART rail tracks below.
The crash also caused significant damage to a large highway sign, which blocked all southbound lanes of Interstate 345 in the area. Heavy-duty wreckers are currently working to clear the debris and remove the damaged fire engine. Motorists are advised to expect delays and seek alternative routes while cleanup and repair efforts are underway.
[block_2]Dallas Fire Rescue and local authorities are investigating the incident to determine the exact cause of the hydroplaning and to prevent future occurrences.
