West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department Responds to Third Car Accident in Three Days, Resulting in Entrapment and Fatalities on Southern State Parkway.
The West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched to the scene of a car accident involving an overturn and entrapment on the Southern State Parkway on July 30, marking the third such incident in as many days.
Upon arrival, ambulance teams from the District and volunteers from the West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department, under the direction of Chief of Department Steve Kamalic, provided medical assistance and extrication services.
The incident occurred on the westbound lanes of the Southern State Parkway, where a collision resulted in entrapment and required the response of multiple emergency units, including Heavy Rescue 1-9-15, Engine 1-9-6, and Fire Police unit 1-9-5.
Tragically, authorities have confirmed that one person lost their life in the collision, which occurred on Tuesday night at approximately 10:27 p.m. on the eastbound lanes of the Southern State Parkway in Islip.
The parkway was closed near Exit 43 but has since reopened. An investigation into the incident is underway, with footage from the scene showing a car and motorcycle traveling in the incorrect direction.
The attorney general’s office is conducting the probe into the fatal collision, which has left the community in shock.
The West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department has expressed their condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim, and the community is coming together to support those affected by the tragedy.
As the investigation continues, the cause of the accident and the circumstances surrounding the incident are still unknown.
The West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department reminds drivers to exercise caution and attention while driving, especially on high-speed roadways like the Southern State Parkway.
In conclusion, the West Babylon Volunteer Fire Department responded to a devastating car accident on the Southern State Parkway, resulting in entrapment and fatalities. The community is in mourning, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
