– Ambulance fire on I-29 near Colfax
– Ambulance catches fire near Colfax on I-29.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
In a devastating turn of events, an ambulance was completely destroyed after catching fire on Interstate 29 in Richland County, North Dakota, on Saturday night. The incident occurred just after 9 p.m., causing chaos and disruption on the busy highway.
Details of the Incident
According to reports from the North Dakota Highway Patrol, a Day County Ambulance Service vehicle was travelling northbound on I-29 when it suddenly burst into flames in lane one. The driver, identified as 71-year-old David Dulitz from Webster, South Dakota, quickly brought the ambulance to a halt and assisted the other EMT in evacuating a patient from the rear of the vehicle.
Despite the intense heat and flames, both EMTs and the patient managed to escape unharmed. The burning ambulance forced the closure of northbound I-29 for approximately 45 minutes as emergency services worked to extinguish the fire and clear the scene.
Transfer of Patient
Following the incident, the patient who was being transported in the ambulance was safely transferred into the care of the Breckenridge-Wahpeton Ambulance Service. The patient was then transported to Sanford Hospital in Fargo for further treatment. The names of the patient and the second EMT involved in the incident have not been disclosed.
This unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the risks and challenges faced by emergency medical personnel in the line of duty. The swift actions of the driver and EMTs in ensuring the safety of the patient reflect their dedication and professionalism in the face of adversity.
Authorities are conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the fire and assess any potential implications for the safety and operation of ambulance services in the region. In the meantime, motorists are advised to exercise caution and vigilance while travelling on I-29 and other highways to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
Our thoughts are with the individuals involved in the incident, and we express our gratitude to the emergency responders and medical personnel who acted swiftly to ensure the safety and well-being of all those affected.
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– Ambulance catches fire I- near Colfax
– Ambulance catches fire near Colfax.
