D.C.’s Fire and EMS department is uniquely prepared for emergencies like this—it’s in the name.
The $65 million would go towards replacing old and broken down ambulances, fire engines, and ladder trucks, as well as building a new repair shop.
It’s unknown how many people are still inside.
D.C. Fire and EMS got the flames under control and the occupant of the truck sustained only minor injuries.
After contractors finish a deep clean, they should be able to return on Wednesday.
They are setting up a tripod hoist to get the injured man out.
Douglas Berlin chased Lucy, an 11-year-old rat terrier, for several blocks.
No injuries have been reported thus far.
This awareness effort is an extension of the Health Department’s K2 Zombie DC.
According to CBS, the lockdown has been lifted. NBC4 reports that a man jumped the fence at 17th and G Streets NW.
