Vehicle Extrication: Crews from Fort Washington and Wissahickon Fire Company , along with Community Ambulance Association, Ambler had to work for over an hour on Monday afternoon to free an occupant after a landscape truck and trailer struck a tree in th
By Fort Washington Fire Company No. 1
October 10, 2023
The front passenger was heavily entrapped and pinned under the dashboard due to the impact. Using a winch, the vehicle was pulled slightly away from the tree for better access. Crews then worked to remove seats, remove the roof and used rams to push the dashboard to allow enough space to free the victim's legs and feet. The victim was then flown by helicopter for further treatment. Oreland Volunteer Fire Company assisted with landing PENNSTAR at Temple University Ambler Campus.