| At 21:35 the Downingtown Fire Department was alerted to a serious accident at 1056 East Lancaster Ave at the Brandywine Shopping Center on Business RT. 30. The Downingtown Police Department arrived onscene to find a two vehicle accident with one minivan on it's right side and three teenagers trapped. The Downingtown Police along with Ambulance 46-2 freed the teens and began administering medical care. Deputy 45 arrived onscene assuming command. Deputy 45 requested a second BLS ambulance to be sent to the scene and an additional ambulance to relocate to Station 46. An ambulance from Station 87 reported to the scene. Engine 46-2 and Engine 46-1 responded along with Rescue 45, Squad 45, and Traffic 45. Engine 46-2 secured the scene with the front bumper hand line, Rescue 45 stabilized the two vehicles. Engine 46-1 arrived and crews helped with traffic and the clean-up after ensuring no helicopter landing zone would be required. A layer of foam was laid down for precaution between the two vehicles due to a fuel leak. After the two vehicles were removed and the scene was cleaned up, units were cleared from the call. Two people were transported to local hospitals for medical care. |
