Wantagh, N.Y. — October 22 — At around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, the Wantagh Fire Department responded to reports of an overturned vehicle with entrapment on Sandhill Road. Engine 2 arrived within minutes, stabilized the car, and safely extricated the single occupant. The patient was transported by Rescue 4 to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Second Assistant Chief Paul Krussmann oversaw the incident, ensuring a quick and coordinated operation. All units were back in service within 30 minutes, reflecting the department’s readiness and efficiency in handling vehicle rescues.