Pownal Fire Department Assisted with Two-Vehicle Crash Requiring Extrication

Pownal, VT — September 21 — The Pownal Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Ladd Road and U.S.Route 7 in Pownal, Vermont.The crash involved vehicle extrication to free the driver from one of the vehicles involved.

Firefighters were on the scene working to gain access to the trapped driver and assist with the rescue efforts. Once the driver was successfully removed from the vehicle, emergency medical services personnel provided care and transported the individual to the hospital for further evaluation.

According to the Vermont State Police, the crash happened around 4:50 p.m. The investigation showed that one vehicle was turning left from Ladd Road onto Route 7 when it struck a vehicle traveling northbound. Both vehicles sustained significant damage and were declared total losses. Both drivers reportedly sustained minor injuries.

The Pownal Rescue Squad and Pownal Fire Department were on the scene, along with a towing service. The response involved coordination between fire and emergency medical services personnel to support the removal of the patient and the transport to the hospital.

During the vehicle extrication process, firefighters worked carefully around the damaged vehicles, ensuring both responder safety and access for medical personnel.

The response demonstrated the importance of coordinated rescue operations when vehicle occupants are unable to exit safely following a collision.