Road traffic collision

Fire Control received a call from the Police to request assistance at an incident just off the A30 near Chard.

1 fire engine from Chard and 1 from Axminster were sent to the location.

On arrival, crews confirmed this to be a road traffic collision where a car had left the highway and collided with a tree.  

One casualty was removed from the vehicle by fire crews on a scoop stretcher and assisted paramedics with the care of the casualty.  Edraulic equipment and small tools were also used. 

Crews made the vehicle and scene safe.  Duty of care was left with the Police.