Charles City County, VA — A firefighter was seriously injured in a crash involving a fire engine in Charles City County on Saturday, December 7. According to Charles City Fire and EMS, the single-vehicle accident occurred when Fire Engine 2 went off the road under unknown circumstances.
The firefighter, whose identity has not been released, sustained injuries that are considered serious. Emergency responders arrived at the scene quickly and the injured firefighter was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
At this time, the cause of the crash is under investigation by local authorities, and further details about the firefighter’s condition have not been disclosed.
“This is a difficult situation for our department and community,” said a spokesperson for Charles City Fire and EMS. “We ask for your thoughts and prayers for our injured colleague and their family as well as the entire fire service team.”
The accident occurred while Fire Engine 2 was likely responding to an emergency call, but specifics about the circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear. Local authorities continue to gather information and conduct a full investigation.
The fire department has expressed appreciation for the support they’ve received from the community during this challenging time.
