| At approximately 0530 hours, the assignment was dispatched for a swift water rescue on Hollingsworth Road. Thanks to 48 hours of persistent, heavy rain, river and creek water levels started to rise and flooded roads throughout Carroll County. Medic 99, Medic 139, Rescue Squad 9, Boat 13, Dive 13 and Engine 134 all responded to the initial call.
Medic 99 arrived and advised that there was water covering the roadway with substantial depth to it. A pick-up truck had attempted to traverse the dangerous waters and was subsequently carried off the road, stranding the driver in his truck. Luckily, the driver had not yet reached the deepest part of the surge. Rescue Squad 9 arrived and established command. Fortunately, the driver was able to self-mediate his predicament. Command then cancelled the assignment and placed all units in service.
Units operated on the scene for about 15 minutes before returning to quarters.
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It is times like these that we are reminded of how dangerous flood water can be and what kind of hazards it can pose to travelers. We remind all drivers, NEVER attempt to cross any standing or moving water that covers a roadway. The depth of the water is not able to be determined and the driver will become stranded.
DO NOT TAKE THE CHANCE
The best thing to do is turn around and find an alternate route of travel. |
