A person has been rescued from a crash near Dover after a vehicle was found overturned in a ditch early this morning. The incident occurred on the A2, coast-bound near Lydden, and prompted a swift response from emergency services.
Incident Overview
Kent Fire and Rescue Service was alerted to the crash at approximately 7:23 AM. Reports indicated that a single car had crashed and overturned, landing upside down in a ditch. The situation necessitated immediate action to free an individual trapped inside the vehicle.
Emergency Response
Three fire engines were dispatched to the scene. Firefighters utilized rescue equipment, including vehicle stabilisation blocks, chocks, and braces, to secure the car and ensure the safety of the trapped individual.
Fire crews worked meticulously, cutting away trees and shrubbery to gain access to the vehicle. The person trapped inside was successfully extricated and handed over to paramedics from the South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) for medical assessment and care.
Official Statements
A spokesperson for the Kent Fire and Rescue Service provided details of the operation: “We received reports of a crash involving one car on the A2, coast-bound near Lydden, Dover. Our crews arrived promptly and worked to stabilise the vehicle, which was upside down in a ditch. We had to cut away trees and shrubbery to reach the person trapped inside. The individual was then handed into the care of SECAmb paramedics.
Community Reaction
Local residents and commuters expressed concern over the accident, highlighting the importance of road safety, especially on the A2, which is known for its busy traffic. Many praised the quick response and effective coordination between the fire service and ambulance crews.
Martin Laws, a local resident, said, “It’s always alarming to hear about such accidents, but it’s reassuring to know that our emergency services are so well-prepared and responsive. They did a great job.”
