Jan 28, 2026
PRINCE GEORGE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) -- Prince George County officials are urging residents to be extremely cautious on the roads after an ambulance and a fire truck slid into a ditch on Wednesday morning amid freezing temperatures and icy conditions. At about 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 28, Prince Geor ge Fire and EMS crews were called to Manchester Drive for a medical emergency. When they arrived, crews encountered extremely icy conditions on the roadway and at the home. According to fire officials, a person was safely moved to the medic unit, though one Fire and EMS member slipped and fell on the ice. The ambulance slid into a ditch. A fire truck tried to assist, but also slid into a nearby ditch, per officials. There were no reported additional injuries and no reported damage to the vehicles. Fire officials said vehicles were safely recovered using winches and rock salt. The first responder who slipped and fell suffered minor injuries and is expected to make a full recovery. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) was notified and will have crews treating the area. Prince George County Fire and EMS reminds residents to exercise extreme caution while traveling amid freezing temperatures. "Even treated roadways can quickly become hazardous," officials wrote in the post. "The department extends its appreciation to all responding crews and support staff who worked diligently under difficult conditions to ensure a safe outcome." ...read more read less
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