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A Winter Haven firetruck was struck by a Mercedes-Benz SUV at the intersection of Overlook Drive and Dundee Road on Saturday night, according to police.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The fire truck was turning left from Overlook Drive onto Dundee Road and had a green turn signal when the SUV struck the firetruck. The three firefighters inside, who were returning to the fire station after a call, jumped into action by removing the driver who was trapped before providing emergency medical care. Winter Haven Police Department.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The victim sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to the hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and says that both high speeds and impairment appear to be a factor in the crash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

None of the firefighters were injured. Both the firetruck and the SUV sustained significant damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A third car was also involved in the crash but PSCO did not say how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The crash is under investigation, but investigators say that charges are anticipated.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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