February 1, 2021: Stamford FD Water Rescue

1 Feb 2021: Stamford (CT) Fire Department water rescue response to Cummings Park for a vehicle into the water. Upon arrival, firefighters found 1 female occupant standing in the bed of the submerged truck. A second male occupant could not exit the cab and was trapped inside. Firefighters donned cold water rescue suits and use the aerial. of Truck 1 to remove both occupants. While in the process of attempting to free the occupant inside the vehicle, the vehicle fully submerged. Firefighters wear able to maintain physical contact with the occupant and force the small rear window and to safety.
Members of the department's dive team were entering the water at this time, but not needed for the rescue. Both occupants of the vehicle were evaluated by Stamford EMS. One was transported to Stamford Hospital. Fire Department divers remained at the scene to assist with removing the vehicle from the water. The Stamford Police Department is investigating.

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Holy crap. Absoutely incredible job done by the Stamford FD.

[@edrpepper2009]

great job guys, very impressive

[@matthewryan8791]

Job well done Stamford Fire

[@RossMorganHebron]

Well done! Thank you.

[@4cats2008]

Amazing rescue. I was on the edge of my seat. HEROES!!! SFD kudo's to all involved in this rescue. (how on earth did that truck end up in the water??)

[@juangofett0]

Great job guys! 💯

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Nobody But GOD👈 Who Dispatch These ANGELS!👏👏👏🙏

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