Benedict Runs MVA on the Bridge

On Saturday, June 6, Benedict VFDRS was dispatched by Charles County Communications for mutual aide to Calvert County for an accident on the Benedict Bridge. Rescue Engine 5-2 under the command of Chief 5A (M. Carrino) and Ambulance 5-8 responded. Ambulance 5-8 was first to arrive on location and Rescue Engine 5-2 shortly after. Chief 5A advised Calvert units to stage on their side of the bridge. Calvert Chief 2A continued in to the scene. After a face to face with Chief 5A, units from company 5 where held and Calvert units went in service. Ambulance 5-8 transported 1 patient to Calvert Memorial Hospital. Rescue Engine 5-2 assisted one of the vehicles so it could clear the bridge under its own power. Units cleared shortly after.