A dramatic dashcam video captured the terrifying moment when a burning truck exploded in Wilmington, CA, injuring 9 firefighters. The explosion, caused by a compressed natural gas tank, sent a fireball into the air and launched at least one firefighter into the air, leaving two in critical condition and the others with a range of injuries.
Key Takeaway
A burning truck in Wilmington, CA, led to a terrifying explosion captured on dashcam video, injuring 9 firefighters, with two remaining in critical condition.
Explosion Caught on Video
The dashcam footage from Wilmington, CA, shows the intense blast as it ignites, sending a fireball into the air and launching at least one firefighter into the air. The ground shakes violently as the explosion occurs, causing chaos and destruction.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred around 7 AM when firefighters responded to a call about a burning truck on the road. Minutes later, one of the two 100-gallon compressed natural gas tanks on the truck exploded, causing the devastating blast.
Condition of the Injured Firefighters
Out of the nine injured firefighters, two remain in critical condition. Los Angeles Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley revealed that one of the critically injured firefighters is stable but still being monitored at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. The other firefighter was intubated and transferred to L.A. General Medical Center for treatment at their burn unit. The remaining seven firefighters are also facing a long road to recovery, with injuries including burns, blunt trauma, shrapnel wounds, and damage to their hearing.
