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Lieutenant in Dallas fire engine crash transferred to ICU

An investigation found that a Dallas Fire-Rescue engine hydroplaned before going off overpass

By Bill Carey
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DALLAS — Three firefighters who were injured when their fire engine went off an overpass have been released from the hospital, while their lieutenant has been transferred to the ICU, fire department officials said.

The crash happened on July 21 on Interstate 345 and South Good Latimer Expressway, officials said. The injured Dallas Fire-Rescue firefighters were transported to Baylor University Medical Center, WFAA reported.


Four Dallas firefighters are in stable condition after their fire engine went off an overpass and landed on a railway commuter line

Preliminary investigations revealed that Engine 11 hydroplaned, lost control and fell off the bridge onto the DART tracks below, according to a Dallas Police release.

“The crash resulted in severe damage to the DART system which will take a significant amount of time to repair,” the release states. “During this time, passengers should expect significant delays and should be mindful of signage and directions from DART personnel.”

The investigation of the crash is ongoing.


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