Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department responds to a car over the side of a bridge into the water.

JFRD responded to a not so typical call when a motor vehiclist plummeted into the water over the side of a large bridge. It was a cold rainy night in Jacksonville...crews acted quickly, lowered the rescuer down over the side of the bridge to the occupant of the vehicle who was standing on top of the car that was submerged into the water. A hasty harness was then placed on the victim and the rescuer and victim were then raised back up to street level.
Injuries were minimal, but the occupant was transported for observation.
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[@wolfpacva]

Another great job done by JFRD.

[@thejfrd2490]

appreciate that

[@mikegoodwin8983]

Well done JFRD! 🚒👩‍🚒👍

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks

[@RelentlessDH]

Good job !!!

[@thejfrd2490]

Thanks!!

[@tincans87]

Surprised that vehicle was not completely submerged under water. Good rope rescue by JFRD.

[@thejfrd2490]

pretty much was...good thing it was low tide

[@deborahsoucy2884]

Great video What bridge & river did it happen ?? --- Debbie

[@thejfrd2490]

Dames Point bridge...st Johns river

[@wandabrown3964]

How do you even train for this? Praying for all of you. Stay safe!

[@MB12116]

Bridge based water rescue is common training where I am

[@thejfrd2490]

It is called a pick off move, can be used a number of ways...we train on it regularly.

[@thejfrd2490]

that is good

[@andyhamilton8940]

Lucky man! Or kid?

[@thejfrd2490]

pretty darn lucky I would say.

[@darktoadone5068]

Was this in the St Johns River?

[@Beane_the_RD]

Yes, and if I recall correctly… it was the Fuller Warren Bridge? (don’t quote me on this)

[@thejfrd2490]

yes it is.

[@thejfrd2490]

no it is not the Fuller Warren bridge @Beane_the_RD