01-06-2025
3 firefighters injured after truck overturns on Hamburg Mill Road in Summerfield, EMS says
SUMMERFIELD, N.C. (WGHP) — Three firefighters suffered minor injuries after a firetruck overturned into a ditch Saturday afternoon, according to Guilford EMS.
Around 3 p.m., while returning from a live burn training in the 4200 block of Hamburg Mill Road, the firetruck toppled over between Battleground Avenue and the marina on Lake Higgins.
The truck was already on its side when it slid into a boulder, causing most of the damage to the front side of the vehicle.
One firefighter was taken to a local medical facility for treatment. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
The truck, a 2002 model known as The Phoenix, has a remarkable history, according to Summerfield Fire.
It was severely damaged in a 2023 electrical bay fire before entering service. During that incident, a garage door fell onto the truck as crews were making entry.
After extensive restoration, the truck was officially commissioned in 2025. A push-in ceremony and dedication took place on March 31 of this year. It had been back in service for only about two months before this accident occurred.
The truck is valued at approximately $1.1 million and has a capacity of 3,500 gallons of water. On Friday, it was just driven by the fire chief.
Officials say they firmly believe the truck played a crucial role in saving lives, both in Friday's accident and during the 2023 bay fire.
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