By Bill Carey
FireRescue1
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. — A Trinity Fire Department firefighter was injured in a crash with a tractor-trailer while responding to a call on May 16.
Spartanburg County Emergency Services Director Doug Bryson said firefighters were responding to a call when their truck collided with an 18-wheeler, FOX Carolina reported.
Bryson reported that the injured firefighter driving was airlifted to the hospital and is believed to be in stable condition.
South Carolina Highway Patrol troopers said there were no other injuries.
Fire emergency response:
Risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham discusses how first responders can stay safe when responding to an incident, and the importance of knowing your organization’s policy regarding emergency response.