On February 25th at 1740 hours Chief 44 informed Mineral County dispatch of an MVA on Route 50 near the Van Myra. Chief 44 (T. Simpson) advised there were 3 vehicles involved including a tractor trailer with fluids on the roadway. Chief 44 also advised of entrapment. Rescue Engine 44 responded with 4 and Ambulance 44-71 responded with 2. Captain 44 (T. Turner), FF/EMT Henderson, and FF D. Haggerty began extrication of the patient. Patient was extricated within 15 minutes and transported to Western Maryland Medical Center. Due to the location of the accident and position of all vehicles involved Medic 38 transported one priority one pt. Crew remained on scene for about 3 hours assisting towing in the removal of the vehicles. Due to the location of the call Station 38 (New Creek) was also alerted for a Medic Unit and Engine for traffic control. Special Thanks to the West Virginia DOH for assisting with putting sand on the road way due to the large amount of fluid.

OK Ast. Chief Minor. You can give yourself some credit too, or I will. Our great Ast. Chief and his half unit were on seen to direct and work the call. Great job to all that were there. And kodos to the Minors. You guys rock!!!
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