Firefighters Crash En Route to Emergency Call in Brentwood
Firefighters were involved in a road traffic collision while rushing to an emergency call in Brentwood on Friday evening.
Collision on London Road
The smash happened on London Road and involved a fire crew vehicle and one other car. A passenger trapped in the other vehicle was freed by firefighters and suffered minor injuries. Thankfully, none of the Essex Fire and Rescue Service crew were hurt.
Fire Chief Speaks Out
Scott Meekings, Group Manager at Essex County Fire and Rescue Service, said:
“This was clearly an unfortunate incident, which happened when a crew from Brentwood Fire Station were heading to an emergency call.”
“The person involved was supported by our crew throughout, alongside our partners in the Ambulance Service. Thankfully, no-one has suffered any serious injuries.”
“Our crews work incredibly hard to be there for their communities, so to be involved in an incident like this has left them shaken. I am grateful for their professionalism and the way in which they responded immediately after the collision, in a very difficult situation.”
“I’d also like to thank our partners in the ambulance service and police for their support at the scene.”
Emergency Services Rally Together
The prompt team effort from firefighters, ambulance crews and police helped keep the situation under control. The injured person is now recovering, and the fire crew is expected to return to duty soon.
More updates to follow as investigations into the crash continue.
