August 26, 2008 Tractor Trailer Accident Sends One To Hospital Company 2 was dispatched to a report of a tractor trailer jack knifed on Interstate 81. While enroute, units were advised that the driver was unresponsive and that there were various fluids leaking from the vehicle. On arrival, Troutville units found a tractor trailer that had been traveling north had crashed through a guard rail on the north bound lanes, went through the median, crossed over both southbound lanes and crashed through a second set of guard rails before coming to rest against a small embankment. The trailer was ripped apart with 8,000 lb rolls of paper scattered around. On arrival, the area was checked for hazards and then patient treatment initiated. Firefighters searched the area to confirm additional vehicles were not involved in the accident. While rescue members packaged and transported the driver to a local hospital, firefighters controlled a motor oil spill and confirmed the diesel tanks had not been compromised. Units on scene included Troutville Fire Wagon 2, Squad 2, Troutville Rescue 252 and 253, Botetourt County Medic 750.
August 21, 2008 Firefighters Keep Eyes To Sky While Working Accident Company 2 was dispatched to a report of an overturned tractor trailer at Exit 150 on Interstate 81. On arrival, units found a tractor trailer on its side blocking both southbound lanes and part of the ramp. The tractor trailer was hauling drums of metal abrasives which shifted as he came up the ramp. The driver was treated and transported by EMS personnel while firefighters controlled fluid leaks. Because the material contained various chemicals, the Va Department of Emergency Services and a Haz Mat company was contacted to vacuum up the product. While working this incident, a plane that had taken off without authorization from a local airport, circled the scene numerous times making low altitude passes. Workers were cautioned to keep an eye to the sky as they worked to handle the tractor trailer incident. After circling the area with a State Police helicopter trailing it, the plane eventually returned to the airport and landed safely. Traffic backed up for several miles for most of the evening while crews vacuumed up the product and removed the vehicle from the roadway. Units on scene included Troutville Fire Wagon 2, Engine 2, Squad 2, Brush 2, Utility 2, Troutville Rescue 253, Botetourt County Emergency Services ES1, ES2, Utility 7, Medic 750, Utility 12 and VA Department of Emergency Services. Medic 752 staged at the Park and Ride to remain available for any additional calls.
August 15, 2008 Multiple Vehicle Accident Causes Major Traffic Backups Company 2 was dispatched to an accident on Interstate 81 shortly after a thunderstorm brought heavy rain to the area. On arrival, Wagon 2 reported multiple vehicles involved on both the North and South sides of the interstate. Engine 2 responded to a pickup truck pulling an equipment trailer jack knifed and crossed from the south bound lanes, through the median, coming to rest against the guardrail on the north bound shoulder. All vehicles and occupants were checked and patient refusals were obtained. A couple of small fluid leaks were controlled and fire units assisted with getting the road opened. A total of 10 vehicles were involved in the accident with most suffering only minor damage. Traffic backed up for miles in both directions during the heavy Friday evening traffic. Units on scene included Troutville Fire Wagon 2, Engine 2, Botetourt County 752, 754 and 750.
August 6, 2008 Early Afternoon Structure Fire Strikes Area Home Troutville Company 2 was dispatched along with Fincastle Company 4 to a report of a structure fire on Lugar Lane. Botetourt County Dispatch advised responding units that they were receiving additional reports of fire coming out of the windows. Crews arrived with heavy fire showing from the front of the structure and fire beginning to show in the roof area. Command was established by Chief 2 (Sleboda) after consulting with Chief 4 (Moran) who was busy operating the initial attack apparatus. It was quickly confirmed everyone was out of the structure and no pets were inside. Fire attack crews began an aggressive interior attack while an additional crew was instructed to vent the roof. Rescue crews closely monitored firefighters and provided cold water during the 95 degree heat and humidity. Once the attack crews hit the seat of the fire and the ventilation hole was opened, the fire was quickly brought under control. Command advised units on scene could handle a short time later. The fire was overhauled and the home was checked for extension of fire. A Botetourt County Fire Investigator responded to locate the source of the fire. Hard work and good teamwork by all fire and rescue members involved brought this fire under control very quickly without any injuries. Units on scene included Troutville Wagon 2, Tanker 2 and Brush 2, Fincastle Fire Engine 4, Wagon 4 and Tanker 4, Buchanan Fire Tanker 3, Blue Ridge Fire Air 1, Troutville Rescue 250, Botetourt County Emergency Services 754, 750 and ES1.
July 28, 2008 Motorcycle Accident Sends One To Hospital Troutville Company 2 was dispatched to a report of a motorcycle accident on Route 11 south of Troutville. On arrival, units found one motorcycle lying in the middle of the roadway with the driver lying nearby. Fire and Rescue members packaged the victim who was transported to an area hospital while traffic was routed around the accident scene. Units on scene included Troutville Fire Wagon 2 and Squad 2, Troutville Rescue 250 and Botetourt County Emergency Services 752.
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