Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department has prolonged extrication because of concrete light pole

JFRD responded to a traffic accident that involved a car vs a concrete light pole that broke and landed on the vehicle. So crews had to deal with a trapped patient, electrical from the light pole, and all other hazards found at an extrication. The patient was trapped by the concrete light pole also the patient's legs were trapped by the dashboard that also needed to be lifted.
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[@janault7063]

I’m a nurse and this is the kind of teamwork we have when a patient crashes!!! Everyone has their job and we work as one just like ALL of these guys!!

[@janault7063]

But we all have the same goal!! For the patient to survive and have a good!!!

[@thejfrd2490]

Thanks for what you do...you know as well as anyone what it takes!!

[@auntissie]

I'm 70 now, and I've been in the hospital more times than I'd like since I was a toddler... all I can say is THANK YOU for all you do. I've been very lucky with all the nurses I've had (except for a few!)... and I can tell you, nurses, do FAR MORE work than doctors!! 😊

[@whathaveudone2day]

God you nurses just can't ever shut up about how awesome you are.... personality disorders 101. Congratulations these kids near death is all about you now and you weren't even there.

[@thejfrd2490]

@@whathaveudone2day this is rather uncalled for.

[@triciaavery3888]

It’s unbelievable to me that anyone made it out of that car still breathing. Mad respect for the JFRD. This was incredible to watch, hero’s in action and amazingly working together to save a life. God bless you all.

[@tooldog5062]

about 6 years ago my nephew was a devout atheist, he was always looking for a thrill, he's a top mechanic flipping cars, one nigh je took a car for a spin on a mountain road at 2am, he lost control crashed, no cell phone communication a dead zone, Austin was trapped in the car he tried everything then he left a text apologizing to his friends and family! then fire, it was said it would've taken the jaws of life to open that driver side door, yet when he asked Christ to save him, just as the flames were reaching his driver's seat that driver's door popped open, and today he has a wonderful woman and a beautiful 4 year old daughter, i told him it's all about faith, that moment when he repented from his heart the real Christ always saves those who belong to him,

[@roseannburgess20]

Amen​@@tooldog5062

[@MelodyMLucianoNorris-qe8lc]

@@tooldog5062 Amen!!

[@marcusorillius6971]

This is not heroic it’s their job. Risking your life to save another is heroic. No ones life is in danger except the person in the car. Calm down Tricia.

[@wernerodorfer8763]

I agree 10000%

[@Lissa.]

Watching all of these men come together and work so hard to save someone they don’t know restores my hope for humanity.

[@thejfrd2490]

Keep the hope...there are still good people out there wherever you are!

[@tooldog5062]

always be aware of whats going on around you, there are good and there are monsters out there a friend of mine had a wife with the body of a center fold she was his whole world as he was hers, she was 81/2 when a monster walked into their home while we were at work that animal cut her throat and used a meat clever to take her legs, why he had a leg fetish and he liked the way she moved so he followed her home, security cams caught him trespassing as he threw her legs into a river, otherwise it would've been a cold case, she was killed in 99, it ripped the heart out to see my friend fall to the floor next to her body completely broken he joined her in 17/ my story is i was witnessing to a young man one evening. i thought i was being slick i wasn't aware he had people with and when they saw the deal go down they decided when the man said when i get a Bible ill look it up i handed him my Bible and said the page is marked, thoe 3 with him said there is either a pay out or drugs in that Bible case and they killed him for it, so always be aware of whats taking place around you if someone is watching you and you are unconfutable be a karen ask him what he looking at it could save your life

[@mojo6098]

Until the man in a suit rolls up.

[@brendajohnson5975]

T&e fireman holding the victims hand is so kind hearted❤

[@mchapman1928]

That was a medical necessity.

[@rickyking1790]

He was holding an arm splint

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks for watching

[@firecracker8071]

It is a miracle this young man is alive

[@thejfrd2490]

wasn't his time

[@tooldog5062]

about 6 years ago my nephew was a devout atheist, he was always looking for a thrill, he's a top mechanic flipping cars, one nigh je took a car for a spin on a mountain road at 2am, he lost control crashed, no cell phone communication a dead zone, Austin was trapped in the car he tried everything then he left a text apologizing to his friends and family! then fire, it was said it would've taken the jaws of life to open that driver side door, yet when he asked Christ to save him, just as the flames were reaching his driver's seat that driver's door popped open, and today he has a wonderful woman and a beautiful 4 year old daughter, i told him it's all about faith, that moment when he repented from his heart the real Christ always saves those who belong to him,

[@thejfrd2490]

@@tooldog5062Thanks for sharing

[@w.i.n.n.i.s.o.x]

@@tooldog5062 and repeat 😅

[@pattimorris6609]

⁠@@tooldog5062christ had nothing to do with saving him. Law of physics, biology and chemistry. Where’s the big jc when babies are being tortured? When women are being sexually assaulted? When the elderly are being abused? Hmmmmm. For every one that your god allegedly saves, thousands more seem to escape his notice. 🙄

[@jonrutherford6852]

Enormous admiration for the calm, controlled professionalism of all concerned. FIrefighters, police, and emergency medical workers all work this way and willingly risk their own lives for us every day. Bravo. These are true heroes.

[@user-pinckneysux]

Sooooo many firefighters standing around that every single one deserves some kind of recognition from those that are not as privileged to be there watching.

[@roseannburgess20]

.@userpinckneysux exactly what are you trying to say; cause you only confused me by the time I finished reading your comment.

[@Snarky_Gurl]

​@@user-pinckneysuxeach of those fireman has a job. Whether or not they are in action at the very moment you see them on camera or not. Each and every one of them had a hand in that life saving effort that night.

[@user-pinckneysux]

@@Snarky_Gurl not at my house, they didn’t.

[@nancyanne1402]

There you go! Show the jealousy of the first hand experience you dealt with. They didn’t save enough of your possessions? Property? What did they not meet your expectations on?

[@soccerfan12342]

I like the older engineer telling everyone to move who’s not doing anything. Making everything less clustered. Love it

[@30dipstick]

Way too many people standing in the way.

[@thejfrd2490]

@noahrudder8964 • 1 month ago I like the older engineer telling everyone to move who’s not doing anything. Making everything less clustered. Love it that is a chief, not an engineer...thanks for your input

[@marypasco2213]

That's a Marine!!!@@thejfrd2490

[@ProtectDemocracy-VoteBlue]

The amount of first responders trying to save that person's life. Amazing. Thankfully, there are people like them willing to do this kind of work to save lives.❤

[@thejfrd2490]

We are heavily supported by our city and it shows...this is how we do it.

[@Sgoldie07]

As a 9/11 survivor, this was hard to watch…Fireman/First Reaponders will always be my Heroes. Excellent teamwork.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you ...bless you

[@WaytogoEinstein]

Like our veterans, these guys are heroes too. Nice work men. 👍🏻

[@MR-pr8tp]

Agree and felt great respect for this Fire and Rescue Unit.

[@thejfrd2490]

just what we do

[@marypasco2213]

❤@@thejfrd2490

[@Colorista_1]

As a retired flight nurse, this scene just makes me want to join these fantastic firefighters. I don’t feel old (I’m almost 65 years old) but have witnessed auto extrication change so much during my career. When I first started my career, we only had chains and come-alongs to extricate victims. When the “jaws of life” was introduced it was so exciting. That tool alone has saved more lives than I count. Beautiful extrication! I would do this job again in a heartbeat!

[@adriennem7927]

Thank you for your service.. flight nurse pretty good heroism too. Working while coptering right!! ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

our jaws of life are now battery powered

[@kkerr1953]

@@thejfrd2490. Which means you no longer have to lug around a heavy generator! ❤️ The teamwork and coordination was mind blowing. Sometimes you get little groups working in separate areas, doing separate things, and not always coordinating well. I’m assuming the gentleman in the orange shirt was the chief. You could see how well chain of command worked in this situation. He discussed some thing with a couple of others, they would make a decision, then he would pass it on to I’m assuming a captain, who then gathered a group of men and disseminated the information.

[@thejfrd2490]

@@kkerr1953 we didn't use generators, rather small hydraulic pumps with long hoses...but these are much quicker.. Chain of command was fabulous on this scene....thanks for watching!!

[@e2U]

I agree, same age, and would include several other tools, like a small crane to lift upwards of 10k or so lbs. and better lighting for sure and some cameras that could be placed inside the car, and maybe some kind of thermograph to view possible excessive bleeding ??? They seem to go on more extractions than fires today. I think it's almost impossible to light material on fire also...more preventive, which is great.

[@Isotopes293]

There’s no price tag you can place on the countless lives our fire & rescue, medics and police save every single day ❤ THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you!

[@Sea-cucumber1151]

That extrication was controlled chaos! Something that looks out of control but which functions according to unseen rules or organization. No better way to describe it. Well done, they listen to the ones in control immediately and all have a job. They all wanted to help, blessing to have that many firemen to save a life. ❤ this was one of the best videos I have seen. Well done, prayers for that kid and his family.

[@thejfrd2490]

you understand exactly!

[@paml.9647]

❤

[@thejfrd2490]

ty!!!!@@paml.9647

[@philsmidwestclassiccars150]

Great fire chief on scene. He kept a great handle on the recovery effort keeping the patient & all his men safe during the rescue. Thanks to this entire team effort that made this rescue a complete success & saved a life.

[@thejfrd2490]

He is TOP notch through and through!

[@marypasco2213]

That's a Marine for ya!

[@thejfrd2490]

@@marypasco2213 don’t think he ever was…but I will find out for sure

[@susandyer6624]

Good Incident Command 😊

[@thejfrd2490]

I'm glad you see it as it is!!@@susandyer6624

[@pamsargent4512]

My heart was in my mouth watching this. Unbelievable rescue. Young man looked badly injured but alive. Hope he has a good recovery.

[@thejfrd2490]

We hope so as well...

[@deborahdore7487]

Seeing this crew working together to save the life of this one young man in a calm coordinated manner was awesome 😎👍🏻 The risks here cannot be underestimated. What a great job you guys did under difficult circumstances. I have nothing but respect and admiration for you all.

[@stevenpovlis3105]

I will say that was a miracle that the driver survived

[@thejfrd2490]

@deborahdore7487 appreciate you seeing that

[@thejfrd2490]

@stevenpovlis3105 blessed

[@Sonic-sh2vh]

Wow , that's got to be one of the most technical vehicle extrications I've seen in a long time.

[@jonarmedpiandsecurityoffic9051]

Surprised they didn't bring a rotator in emergent

[@thejfrd2490]

sure was

[@thejfrd2490]

@jonarmedpiandsecurityoffic9051 that is not how we do it.

[@kathyr2464]

Massive respect to all. This is why we practice, practice, practice. Well done!

[@thejfrd2490]

yes it was.

[@blessedfire365xgf]

God protect the first responders

[@Laura-bx9oz]

It’s crazy how that pillar found its way to his car! Even crazier that he survived truly astonishing and I hope he makes a full recovery

[@debbiegriffin631]

He had to hit hard

[@thejfrd2490]

we hope so too.

[@amandahough7994]

Thank god there are individuals like these WONDERFUL men and women who are trained to do these kind of missions. And save as many lives as they can. All respect goes to each person in this line of work. thank god for you.

[@thejfrd2490]

Appreciate your support.

[@myinfinitestate1586]

These firefighters are unbelievable. It was absolutely amazing how they methodically removed the crash victim from a pile of metal.....

[@thejfrd2490]

glad you see the methods behind our actions

[@amydavis4945]

Wow! That was incredible to watch the teamwork of these professionals. I hope this young driver recovers quickly and fully. Kudos to the teams of Rescuers!

[@juanitahochstuhl1330]

THE GUY IN THE ORANGE SOUNDS LIKE AN ASSS THE WAY HE'S TALKING TO PEOPLE

[@rondabealer7416]

​@@juanitahochstuhl1330obviously you know nothing about First Responders and Emergency situations!!That "Ass" in the orange is the Chief and he is running a very smooth and non-incidental rescue in an extremely critical time. He is making sure that not only is the victim being taken care of in a safe and timely manner but that all of those First Responders and Emergency Personnel are safe and doing exactly what needs to be done. Please pay attention to what's going on before you make statements like that and hope you or a loved one is never in that drivers situation.

[@pamsargent4512]

@@rondabealer7416 Thankyou for calling that idiot out. That Chief is well respected amongst the JFRD as one of the men attested to on this site.

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks...we hope so too

[@thejfrd2490]

he is not...he is a great leader

[@ProofBeyond]

Wow! I was riveted. Every single person there played a crucial role in saving that kids life. Outstanding job JFRD!

[@thejfrd2490]

Yes they did...thanks for watching.

[@molassescricket6663]

Much respect to all of our first responders. I worked in nursing for nearly 15 years before I was forced to retire due to injuries. It was one of the hardest times of my life when I could no longer help others in need. God bless each one of them and their families, they are valued more than all the stars in heaven.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thanks for your service!

[@paular9390]

Much RESPECT for every one of those fire and rescue crews. Fabulous job. Prayers for the young man and his family

[@thejfrd2490]

Appreciate you watching

[@roseannburgess20]

Outstanding job by everyone involved with this rescue. Dispatchers, hospital staff, and the awesome teamwork of these firefighters. They have a real leader at the head of their team... he steps up and smoothly takes control, easing the stress for all these firefighters and for the victim. I dont think anybody on any other team could have done a better job. God bless each and everyone of you. Give that fire chief a well deserved raise for great leadership he displayed for his team/crew.

[@thejfrd2490]

He is an OUTSTANDING leader....we are blessed to have him!

[@roseannburgess20]

@@thejfrd2490 yes you are...❤

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks@@roseannburgess20

[@TraciWithAn-i]

That guy needs to thank that entire dept and all first responders. 🙏

[@thejfrd2490]

Who says that he didn't?

[@TraciWithAn-i]

@@thejfrd2490 chill! Just saying.

[@thejfrd2490]

I am chill...I just asked a question, you made the assumption@@TraciWithAn-i

[@sharonostrander2129]

That had me on the edge of my seat! What a rescue ! I hope he will recover, kudos kudos to the JFRD ! ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

we hope so as well

[@JulieBug78]

Excellent job first responders!! I don't think I have ever seen such a horrible accident. I hope this young man makes a full recovery. You all are amazing and thank you for all that you do!! ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

I've seen much worse...he lived

[@scrmdemon]

Jaw dropping leadership and teamwork.. truly inspirational. Thank you is just never enough.

[@thejfrd2490]

that is very kind of you.

[@user-nm8pd6ky1s]

Praise God. Thank you to all the great men involved

[@thejfrd2490]

For sure!

[@maryelizabeth7528]

Intense! Great videography: clear, and I felt like I was there! The fellow in the orange tee shirt who seemed to be running the extraction, at one point, told all uninvolved people to backup from the immediate scene. Although there were most likely rare rescue points to be had here, I can understand their desire to be right in the thick of these points even as it was all happening simultaneously. Good job to the teams! I hope your vocation brings you a sense of pride and satisfaction (as well as a good dose of humility), as you devoted yourselves and your safety to saving this young man.

[@thejfrd2490]

It is an issue at any extrication...everyone is drawn in and we must keep pushing them back Thank you! We do

[@marietournaud3193]

Total RESPECT for ALL the 1st responders, Fire personnel ‼️Calm, Efficient AWESOMENESS

[@thejfrd2490]

absolutely!

[@ronfreniere8769]

Hopefully he suffered no major injuries, when I was a volunteer, we responded to one accident where a car tried to beat a train by going around the barriers and he didn't make it. It took us 2 hours to Pell the car from the front of the train. ( unfortunately he did not survive) Thank you to all firefighters everywhere for protecting the citizens of your coverage area.

[@toscatattertail9813]

yeah, people don't realize that out of town, on the tracks those trains are going 50MPH or faster and when they are pulling a long train it can take up to a half mile to just slow down and at least another 2 to stop( depending on how many cars they are pulling).

[@ronfreniere8769]

@@toscatattertail9813 yeah it's not like they can stop on a dime. People don't realize how fast they go, or think about what could happen and go for it.

[@roseannburgess20]

__❤❤❤​@@toscatattertail9813

[@thejfrd2490]

those calls are not fun

[@ronfreniere8769]

@@thejfrd2490 no there not, because you kinda know what the outcome will be.

[@milmil6594]

Hats off to first responders and the work they do..with all they do and see daily it's amazing they are able to stay focused and the stress they take home with them after these horrific scenes of others in distress it's something that allot of people couldn't handle..they are the unsung heroes that deserve a salute

[@thejfrd2490]

we all release our stress in different ways...some better than others

[@MelodyMLucianoNorris-qe8lc]

My son is the same age as this kiddo. I was literally holding my breath through the entire thing picturing my son in that driver's seat. Goodness! I'm so delighted he survived!!

[@thejfrd2490]

It tends to hit home more when you have friends or family the same age...often times for us as well.

[@jenwhite5387]

Extrication is always so interesting to watch. Our department is fantastic at it and its a well choreographed operation whenever they are involved on our scenes. Appreciate you sharing this. Well done!!

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks for noticing! Kudos to your department

[@jackiekean6537]

I’ve been the person in that car and it’s an horrific experience I was 16 at the time and living in Zimbabwe and none of the fire trucks hydraulic systems were working….im still trying to get over my injuries over 40 years later!!!

[@thejfrd2490]

Bless you and your experience....I would like to think a lot has changed in 40 years from equipment to technics to how cars are even made...not sure he would have survived if this was 40 years ago.

[@lw5836]

Wow. This was unbelievable to watch how in tune this team was. One goal and it was achieved. Great job!

[@thejfrd2490]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@debbiewessig3688]

Incredible footage. Hope this young man heals and lives a active lifestyle.

[@thejfrd2490]

appreciate you watching

[@tincans87]

Great job by JFRD! That crew had a plan from sizing up the vehicle and to then stabilize the vehicle to prevent aggravating the injuries of the entrapped and to protect rescue workers.

[@thejfrd2490]

It may have taken a while, but had a strong leadership presence which showed.

[@stevebean1822]

Sometimes you have to take it slow not to cause any more injuries to the victim

[@Sea-cucumber1151]

His left arm was definitely fractured you can see the lump on his wrist area, and I am sure his legs had issues, hope all heals well. Very scary. Only 18 yrs old, alert and oriented. Miracle. I was thinking they should be squeezing the fluids in as fast as possible, then I see the medic squeezing it hard. His left femur looks fractured and dislocated. He just had a weird bend in his leg and wasn’t his knee and appeared shorter. Poor kid!

[@thejfrd2490]

tough situation regardless

[@susiefrades-white3088]

I have watched a lot of these rescues. I do not think I took more than ten breaths in this whole video. I simply cannot comprehend the teamwork here. I can not believe anyone lived through this. Unreal

[@thejfrd2490]

Amen....so glad you appreciate what went into all of this.

[@donnamitchell7707]

Fantastic job by all firefighters. I hope the man makes a full recovery from his injuries. Have a great day my friends, and stay safe ❤️🙂⚘️🚒.

[@thejfrd2490]

Hope so as well...thanks

[@trvman1]

The guys from Heavy Rescue 401 and Highway Thru Hell would have had him out in 15 minutes :) :)

[@thejfrd2490]

@@trvman1 well they were not here were they...we will aspire to be more like them

[@colt61915]

@@trvman1 Ah yes the Chief of KZbin FD has entered the chat. Ignore the massive 8x8 concrete pole on the patient's lap. Please read the description before you think about speaking.

[@trvman1]

My God, people have just become IDIOTS and you can't even tell sarcasm when you read it. Not only that the show is filmed in CANADA. Good grief. @@colt61915

[@NCKelley425]

It’s amazing how many people they need for one accident. There are so many small moving parts of caring for the patient and getting them out that each person has a dedicated job.

[@thejfrd2490]

A well oiled machine...thanks

[@sm3296]

Somebody’s boy, saved. ♥️

[@thejfrd2490]

you got that right.

[@susandyer6624]

Heroes everywhere. Thank you for sharing this video for training purposes. Hope this boy recovered.

[@thejfrd2490]

Just doing our job.

[@suzylarry1]

every rescue is a learning curve , angles , weight , pull push , hold , lift all for victims freedom . great team work

[@thejfrd2490]

We are always learning at this job!

[@kj3rd2657]

Very Good Job to all you guys! This is why I always tell people to give thanks and love to the firefighter and ems crews! They are the first to come and save us no matter what! There is a plece in heaven for all of you! Take Care and Be Safe in helping others. 😊

[@thejfrd2490]

thank you!

[@jeffreyprete9976]

Words are not enough to express my gratitude to you guys!!!

[@carolrainey8463]

Wow ! They are having to take the car apart piece by piece! Terrible situation for the young man trapped. Hope he will make a good recovery.

[@thejfrd2490]

that is how we do it

[@debbiegriffin631]

Just can’t believe whoever is alive. I hope whoever it is will be ok. These ladies and gentlemen gets enough credit for what they do! Thank you

[@thejfrd2490]

We hope so too! And thank you.

[@marinamartinez6886]

Wow, that was amazingly complicated. That God for our 1st Responders. 👍👍👍 That young man is lucky to be alive. 🙏

[@thejfrd2490]

@marinamartinez6886 sure is

[@tamo9520]

Amazing team work! Amazing rescue! I'm almost speechless as I watch.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you! Keep watching...lots of interesting videos

[@victoriaphillips5038]

It looks complete chaos but everyone has their job to do, it’s amazing to see, poor man trapped hopefully he will recover 😊

[@thejfrd2490]

Controlled chaos

[@gabrielaoppenkowski9083]

Heros at work. Bravo and thank you so much.

[@thejfrd2490]

Just doing our job....

[@susiefrades-white3088]

Heros do not wear capes. They wear fireman gear. That teamwork is like nothing I could even imagine

[@thejfrd2490]

that is nice...but it is our calling.

[@user-ws6sh3wk8g]

That's a great video, we'll done.)) Great job to the first responders, prayers for the young man

[@thejfrd2490]

appreciate your support

[@PasoMerLegs]

JFRD is impressive and can always be counted on. I always knew I would be in good hands if something went sideways when I rode a beat back in the day. 👍👍👍👍

[@thejfrd2490]

We got your back

[@ericafontaine3104]

Wow! That was amazing to see! They all worked together so well. This should be a learning video to everyone training. Every accident is different. You just never know. This one was extremely complex, but they did it so well. Much respect to ALL of them! Thank you for what you do! You are ALL HEROS in our eyes!❤

[@thejfrd2490]

This one was complex, and crews did a great job.

[@Dranma51]

Wow! Amazing! Thank you to the first responders! It’s a miracle this guy survived!

[@thejfrd2490]

very fortunate.

[@FranklinLeib]

organized chaos. Great job everyone! Prayers to the driver.

[@thejfrd2490]

They all had different jobs to do.

[@GGENTRY0003]

Awesome team work! Thanks guys for all you do!

[@thejfrd2490]

we try

[@naomikrstinic8049]

Much awesome respect to all these fire and rescue teams working so hard to save this young man! You make your community not only safe but proud! So much respect to each one of you there that day! Praying the young man fully recovers! 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Thank you Jacksonville Fire & Rescue for all that you do each and every day! You've personally helped me and my husband more than once! God bless you!

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you!! Thank you for watching

[@auntissie]

💕 Oh dear... THANK YOU to all of you wonderful first responders for all you do!!! It's amazing watching you all pull together to save this young man. I can't help but wonder how he is now... I hope that when he's up to it... he watches this. These men saved his life!! 💕

[@thejfrd2490]

We hope so as well.

[@wolfpacva]

They did a great job on getting the patient out of the car. Hope the driver will make a full recovery.

[@thejfrd2490]

Appreciate the support…please keep watching

[@CjbrkBrooks]

@@thejfrd2490. Update on his progress?

[@Ambridge-Yinzer]

First and foremost, I am not criticizing anything in this video. It is obvious that this was a difficult scenario. I have a question or two but let me point out some of the positive items I saw. The chief was in charge, period. He did several 360s to analyze the situation. Always keep an eye open for any changes that may impact the patient or personnel. He eventually assigned a sector officer on all four sides. You have to pay attention for the verbal assessments. This was a rough extrication. The patient was extricated and everyone made it home at the end of their shift. Nice job to all involved on that scene. Ok, let's move to my question. I wasn't there and I didn't see the lower position of the concrete post. Obviously it was close to the patient but was it on the patient? Next curiosity, stabilization of the post. The distal end was secured very well to control vertical movement. The three to one rope setup was clever. Some people may question the use of the D style biners. From what I saw, they were steel locking and properly set to pull horizontally. Each biner is probably rated to 25kN working load which is roughly 186k pounds of force. On the opposing side it was secured with a 7/8ths chain. I caught the gold color that indicates high strength low carbon steel with a touch of boron. The working load is well within limits for this extrication. So it is obvious that horizontally that pole wasn't moving. I didn't see any vertical stabilization. There was a lot going on in the video so maybe I missed it. If it was in place how was it secured? If the it wasn't in place was that due to a technical issue like a lack of space? I'm asking because I'm a network engineer and retired from EMS and rescue. Difficult extrications for me are interesting to evaluate. Good or bad, a professional reviews incidents and learns what was right and what was wrong. Again, be proud that your crew worked well together. The open communication was great. Nice work gentlemen.

[@thejfrd2490]

Careful consideration was given to stabilization in every direction...All three chiefs on scene had vast experience along with significant USAR training, making them more than qualified in stabilization...I did not concentrate so much on some of the stabilization technics as that has a tendency to go right over most peoples heads, so for that I apologize...but indeed all pieces and all directions were considered and addressed.

[@triciaringquist6723]

My hat goes off to these guys fighting the good fight every day! God bless your hearts!❤️

[@thejfrd2490]

you are too kind

[@brandonna5539]

True unselfish hero’s ❤ bless you all for the job you do 🙏

[@thejfrd2490]

we try

[@shirleymartin8785]

Absolutely amazing teamwork. Way to go ‼️

[@thejfrd2490]

agreed

[@gingerbread6614]

You guys are the best people on the planet.

[@thejfrd2490]

that is very kind

[@dianetandy1757]

These guys definitely don’t get paid enough for the job they do. To see them all come together like this to do this job so efficiently says everything about each and everyone of them 😊

[@thejfrd2490]

Can you tell our city officials that? Thanks

[@Beachgrl1717]

Mad respect goes out for these rescue personnel and to all first responders in all fields for going above & beyond in a team effort to save lives! 🙌 🙌

[@thejfrd2490]

Much appreciated

[@rufusramackers4809]

Sehr gute Leistung der Feuerwehr 👍 Gute Besserung dem Fahrer! Er kann sich Glücklich schätzen noch am Leben zu sein

[@thejfrd2490]

english

[@AngelGirl-fi5bh]

This is something you would see in the movies. I'm amazed the person survived. That persons guardian angel was with them definitely. Thank you to every firefighter out there. My son is 12yrs old and he wants to be a firefighter when he grows up. As we say in Hawaii mahalo (mahalo means thank you in Hawaiian).

[@thejfrd2490]

maybe a movie company will pick it up

[@susanwhitt255]

You guys are amazing….true hero’s.. Bless each of you.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you.

[@pices229]

That's what I call Team Work!! One person in charge and the rest just following through with what they were trained to do. My hats off to you guys. Awesome job. And it looks like these guys were loving the challenge and the 18yr old being alive was an extra bonus. Bless you all.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you and thanks for watching

[@hihfty]

Great video. Its not very common to see up close and personnel advanced extrication and thoughts and ideas being spit balled and discussed on an actual incident. Lot of good take aways in this video. hopefully who ever the gentlemen in the red shirt running the extrication can rely the wealth of knowledge he clearly has.

[@thejfrd2490]

He does have a wealth of information…he is a fantastic leader. Highly respected

[@kartikatomlinson3304]

EXCELLENT job!! So Proud of yall!!!

[@thejfrd2490]

appreciate that

[@jennifertallman5821]

God bless all of 1st responders around the world..

[@thejfrd2490]

God Bless You!

[@jacqueline4114]

That young man is so fortunate to be alive. It takes very special people to do this line of work.

[@thejfrd2490]

He is...correct. Thank you.

[@fretbuzzaldrin4965]

That's a good crew right there!

[@thejfrd2490]

Top notch

[@marciacapell1541]

I would like to see follow up on this boy’s recovery ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

Sadly. we can't...we don't even know ourselves It is called HIPAA

[@Teresaprast67]

This kid is so lucky to have you guys rescuing him. Your dedication, training, awesome Thank you so much! I appreciate you!

[@thejfrd2490]

Thanks...wish you could have put it a little differently, but point is taken

[@Teresaprast67]

@@thejfrd2490 I did edit the comment a tad. I’m so sorry. But the video is very emotional and to see how you took the time to do it right was beautiful. Your constant reassurance to the patient shows me that your team really cares. Thank you ☺️

[@thejfrd2490]

@@Teresaprast67 I understand and appreciate your passion...but your willingness to fix it is the best! Thanks

[@carlettelynch7859]

Thankyou so much for answering that, appreciate all, you, and your brother service.❤

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks for watching and supporting our efforts

[@keithritter6157]

Correct me if I'm wrong but this is the second extrication involving concrete polls recently. Kudos to the JFRD for creating & posting this video which should be shared & discussed by ALL Dept's tasked with Rescue Assignments. The ones missing out clearly don't see or value the educational purpose this video offers only commenting with negativity. Quite sure that the JFRD holds post incident debriefs discussing operational pros & cons along with shift table talk in house making any corrections from the inside. The complexity of this operation was obvious and could be experienced by FD Anywhere USA substituting the poll with another composition or object. Failure to apply what this video can do for you may leave your crew / dept one run from "You're Next, Now What"?? Just an opinion....

[@thejfrd2490]

Kudos to you!! Professional and reasonable and aware of a learning opportunity! Thanks so much for watching and thanks for your valuable input…please continue to follow us and chime in whenever you see fit!!

[@scottrobinson3353]

Im surprised with such a prolonged extraction you didn't life flight him to the hospital or were you pretty close to the trauma centre??

[@thejfrd2490]

Actually it was way too close to the trauma center to fly them…we do not use helicopters often, we need to be well outside the city limits to use them

[@deborahcrawford9079]

Thank you Fire Rescue and EMTs

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you

[@MR-pr8tp]

As much as I hate to see crashes, especially fatal, I enjoyed watching this "team" effort. Impressive and was in a sense uplifting to see togetherness in the community- people working together for the good of one person. It feels rare today. Kudos! Great video.

[@thejfrd2490]

Appreciate that...with a positive outcome

[@phatboizbackyardkustomz9006]

Strong work!!! on a tough one.

[@thejfrd2490]

Thank you! Thanks for watching

[@melvian75]

well this became an excellent learning time for everyone involved... also why would they make a light pole out of concrete?

[@thejfrd2490]

We cannot answer as to why they would do that

[@user-peach408]

Talk to dept of transportation. Weather is a factor in many areas of the country as to why! I lived in Jax at one point. I know they started that because they stand up to hurricane strength winds better. Other weather issues are a factor too.

[@thejfrd2490]

@@user-peach408 thank you...either way, we just deal with what we are dealt.

[@deborahdore7487]

Seeing the crew working together to save the life of this one young man was a scene to behold! The risks could not be underestimated. What a great job you guys do under really difficult circumstances. I have nothing but respect for what you do.

[@marinamartinez6886]

They're usually concrete where I live.

[@LadyVet1975]

Absolutely Ahhhhmazing😍! What wonderful teamwork, coordination and leadership! Blessings to ALL involved in saving this young man’s life.

[@thejfrd2490]

thanks so much!! keep watching

[@margaretpetersen8586]

God bless the JFRD & all of their brothers & sisters everywhere! ❤

[@thejfrd2490]

appreciate your support

[@dmcyr6266]

No matter the chaos, no matter how many firemen or women, no matter what color language nationality, I would be saying please help me do what you can, and thank you from the bottom of my heart

[@thejfrd2490]

and that is plain and simple what we did.

[@taylormartin90]

I have had done tough extrications in my time as part of a dedicated rescue squad, but nothing as intensive as this.

[@thejfrd2490]

just when you think you have seen it all...think again.

[@April8989]

20 years technical rescue emt, yup, I've seen a lot. This was a tough one for sure. Nice work comrades.

[@user-wo9ee1fo9q]

You guys are so AMAZING! You touch my heart! Every single one of you! There is nothing like saving life!

[@thejfrd2490]

nothing like it...not many know the feeling

[@richardgordon245]

Great Respect for the people .out risking life and limb to help others .in any weather .

[@thejfrd2490]

That is what we signed up for.

[@Sea-cucumber1151]

His guardian Angel was watching him, maybe next time just don’t drive faster then they can fly.

[@thejfrd2490]

GA sure was...not sure the rest of the comment is necessary honestly.

[@Sea-cucumber1151]

@@thejfrd2490 possibly, no offense was intended. The old saying is “don’t drive faster than your guardian Angel can fly.”

[@thejfrd2490]

@@Sea-cucumber1151 it may not have been intended...but that is not the point of this video...we will continue to go to these no matter what...job security.

[@DuvalDashCams]

I am curious..... Does the media crew just follow a specific house, or are there certain calls they just randomly decide to go to, or how does that work... Also... I wonder if y'all would happen to have footage of MY extrication from my wreck.. how would I find out if y'all happened to have footage from that night? I'd love to see it if y'all did Also, great job JFRD!!! and Jimmy... I remember still 🤣

[@thejfrd2490]

The media crew is one person...and our city is 845 square miles...I go to what I can get to and get footage that is worthwhile to learn from.

[@TruthSeeker-ii2yu]

Wow...l surprised anyone made it out still alive....Job well done by everyone you truly are our heroes every day🙌 ❤️ l pray the young man is recovering nicely after all that🤦🏻‍♀️

[@thejfrd2490]

we pray for him too

[@KMC42267]

All the firefighters and EMT/paramedics did an amazing job. Special thanks to all the firefighters and EMT; Paramedics and FF Chiefs EMS firefighters for all you do ❤. I’m a fellow firefighter/EMT. Hero’s always. God bless them all and the person involved

[@thejfrd2490]

thank you for what you do....thanks for watching.