Serious accident near Sderot: Firefighters rescue person trapped in vehicle

A serious road accident occurred on Highway 232 near Sderot. Firefighters from the Ashkelon regional station are rescuing a person trapped in their vehicle using specialized equipment. Medical forces are on the scene.

A serious road accident occurred today (Tuesday) in the afternoon on Highway 232, near Sderot. According to a report received at the fire and rescue dispatch center at 16:55, a person was trapped in their vehicle. Firefighters from the Ashkelon regional station were dispatched to the scene and are working to rescue them using specialized equipment. Simultaneously, the teams are securing the scene and disconnecting energy sources in the vehicle to prevent ignition. Medical forces are on site and waiting to provide treatment to the trapped person upon their rescue. The fire and rescue service stated that further details will be provided later.