In February, a shocking incident involving a Seagrave fire truck took place in New York while it was being delivered. What makes this story particularly meaningful is the local connection—Glenn E. Bennett, the driver of the truck, is originally from the Northshore area.
According to reports from Hudsonvalleynewsnetwork.com, the accident occurred on February 16, 2016, at around 11:47 a.m. on Interstate 84 eastbound in East Fishkill. The 64-year-old driver, Glenn E. Bennett from Three Lakes, Wisconsin, was operating a brand new 2016 Seagrave pumper truck that was en route to the Islip Terrace Fire Department to be placed in service.
Police investigations suggest that Bennett suffered a medical emergency, which caused him to veer off the road onto the northern shoulder. The truck then entered the median and struck several trees before coming to rest. He was taken to Danbury Hospital and is currently in stable condition.
Another report from the same website highlights that Bennett is no stranger to the firefighting community. He has worked as a firefighter for over 30 years and is known for delivering new fire trucks across the country. Notably, he was involved in delivering a memorial truck to Manhattan following the events of 9/11.
During this particular delivery to Long Island, NY, Bennett suffered a hemorrhagic stroke while driving, causing the accident. He is now in critical condition at Danbury Hospital, intubated and on a ventilator, with a drain in place to manage pressure in his brain. Despite the severity of his condition, he has shown some positive neurological responses, such as moving his hands and feet, and has opened his eyes twice. However, he still experiences left-sided weakness due to the stroke.
The road to recovery will be long and challenging, and he is expected to be out of work for an extended period. Glenn is described as a kind, hardworking man, a devoted father of three daughters and a proud grandfather. He has built strong relationships with firefighters across the country through his work delivering new equipment.
His family has launched a crowdfunding campaign asking for support from the firefighting community, emphasizing how Glenn has helped others throughout his career. They are appealing to the brotherhood to come together for one of their own during this difficult time.
Glenn is currently receiving treatment at a rehabilitation facility in southern Wisconsin, and his loved ones continue to pray for his recovery. His story serves as a reminder of the risks faced by those in the fire service and the importance of community support during times of crisis.
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