Two Crashes, One Day: Abington Fire Crews Handle Separate Calls

The Abington Fire Department responded on Tuesday, October 13, to two separate motor vehicle incidents. One involved a car hitting a home and a tree; the other seriously injured a pedestrian. 

At around 10:55 a.m., Abington Fire and Abington Police were dispatched after a vehicle hit a house and a tree. Fire officials reported that the rear corner of the home had moderate damage. The box alarm was struck to recall off-duty staff, and the Building Commissioner was asked to inspect the property.  Abington Fire Ambulance took one individual to a nearby hospital for injuries that were not life-threatening. No additional civilian injuries were reported. 

Later that evening, around six thirty p m, Abington Fire was sent to 430 Plymouth Street after a pedestrian was hit by a car. To bring in off-duty personnel to assist, a second box alarm was struck. 

Crews found a pedestrian in the roadway after they were struck. The pedestrian was taken to South Shore Hospital in critical condition. Abington Police characterized the pedestrian's injuries as severe yet not life-threatening. The driver of the vehicle stayed at the location and worked with the police. Additional injuries were not reported.