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Chicago FD involved in 2 crashes
There have been two recent incidents involving Chicago Fire Department (CFD) equipment. These events highlight the risks faced by emergency responders while on duty.
The **first** incident occurred on Friday when a spare ambulance collided with a school bus in the Hanson Park neighborhood. According to the *Chicago Tribune*, the ambulance was en route to a call when the crash happened around 9:20 a.m. at the intersection of Grand and Central Avenues on the Northwest Side. The ambulance had its emergency lights and siren activated, as confirmed by CFD Chief Joseph Roccasalva. The school bus driver was the only person on board and declined medical attention at the scene. Two paramedics aboard the ambulance were taken to hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries—each transported to different facilities for evaluation and treatment.
The **second** incident took place this morning when Truck 19, responding to a high-rise alarm, was struck by a car at the intersection of Washington and Des Plaines. The car's driver may have failed to yield, resulting in a collision on the officer’s side of the fire truck. The driver of the car was taken to the hospital, but no firefighters were injured. While Truck 19 managed to leave the scene, two critical compartments—housing hydraulic spreaders and RIT gear—were damaged and could not be accessed. This could impact the department’s ability to respond effectively to future emergencies until repairs are completed.
Photos from the scene show the extent of the damage. One image captures the brand-new Ford Taurus that hit the truck, while another highlights the compromised compartments. These incidents serve as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of emergency work and the importance of road safety for all.