A fire truck with the Milford Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 944 was struck by a gray SUV on Saturday morning while responding to a car fire near Wolf Harbor Rd. in Milford, Connecticut. The fire truck was blocking the area to manage the car fire when the collision occurred.
Officials with Local 944 emphasized the importance of safety measures such as blocking trucks to protect crews working on the scene. The firefighters involved in the incident were unharmed, but the operator of the SUV was evaluated for injuries.
The Milford Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 944 shared a photo of the damaged fire truck on their social media channels to raise awareness about the risks emergency responders face while on duty. They reminded the public to drive safely and be cautious when emergency vehicles are present.
Incidents like this highlight the dangers faced by first responders as they work to keep communities safe. The Milford Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 944 thanked the public for their support and urged everyone to exercise caution and follow road safety guidelines to prevent similar accidents in the future.
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