EMFD fights car fire on Carman Avenue

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On Nov. 29 at 4:28 p.m., East Meadow Fire Communications alerted Engine 611, Heavy Rescue 616, and Rescues 4 and 5 to a reported motor vehicle accident with overturn on Carman Avenue in front of the East Meadow High School.

Under the direct of Chief Philip Fertitta and Assistant Chief James Walsh, it was determined that the sole occupant of the vehicle refused medical treatment, and the attention was redirected to the crew of Heavy Rescue 616 to upright the vehicle.

Units were released from the scene within 45 minutes.

John J. O'Brien is an active Ex Chief of the East Meadow Fire Department. He is the District Supervisor of the Jericho Fire District and has over 30 years of Dispatch and Supervisory experience.