Devastating Rollover Crash on the 241 Toll Road Injures 8 Firefighters [Orange County, CA]

 Six Firefighters Critical After Crash on the 241 Toll Road in Orange County

Orange County, CA (September 19, 2024) – A rollover crash on the 241 toll road in Irvine left eight firefighters hospitalized Thursday night. 

The incident occurred shortly before 7 p.m. when a fire truck swerved to avoid a ladder on the road, struck a guardrail, and overturned, according to the California Highway Patrol. 

The firefighters inside were returning home after battling the Airport Fire in Trabuco Canyon. Six firefighters suffered critical injuries, while two sustained minor injuries. 

All were transported to local hospitals for emergency care. Orange County Fire Authority Chief Brian Fennessy confirmed that families had been notified and requested prayers for the firefighters. 

No other vehicles were involved. The fire truck belonged to the Orange County Fire Authority Santiago Hand Crew. 

Northbound lanes of the 241 and on-ramps on SR-133 remain closed as crews work to clear the scene.

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