08/23/2026
Box 9-3: Motor vehicle accident.
August 22, 2026
Station 9 (Mardela) was dispatched to a reported MVC with injuries on Rt 50 @ The rest area. West of Wallertown rd. Heavy rain was falling at the time of the incident. The vehicle hydroplaned and went off the road.
Paramedic A9 arrived on scene. One vehicle off the road into a tree. Multiple patients. Command 9 arrived on scene Deputy Chief Donohoe in command requesting 3 more ambulances. Rescue/Engine 906 arrived on scene and assisted with patient care. Five people were transported to tidal health with moderate to severe injuries. Car 9 arrived on scene for traffic control. Mardela was assisted by Sharptown, Vienna and Delmar. Trooper 4 was not flying due to weather. The scene was turned over to Maryland State Police.
All units returned to service without incident.
Photos by Christopher Lucas