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20-Year-Old Firefighter Critically Injured After Fire Engine Rolls Multiple Times — Now Recovering at Home

The 20-year-old firefighter from Baker was critically injured on Nov. 28 when his fire engine rolled several times on County Road 2 near James Peaden Road. An RN and a Good Samaritan provided immediate aid before he was airlifted to a hospital in Wright. The Blackman Fire District confirmed he is one of their firefighters; by Nov. 30 he had been released and returned home to recover. The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating the rollover.

11:42 PM, 12/01/2025Society
20-Year-Old Firefighter Critically Injured After Fire Engine Rolls Multiple Times — Now Recovering at Home

Overview

A 20-year-old firefighter from Baker was critically injured on Nov. 28 when the fire engine he was driving rolled multiple times while responding to an emergency call in northern Okaloosa County, Florida.

What happened

The rollover occurred on County Road 2 near James Peaden Road. The firefighter was the only occupant of the apparatus when it overturned. First responders from the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office arrived at the scene and documented the wreckage; photos released by investigators showed severe damage to the vehicle.

Emergency response and investigation

An RN and at least one Good Samaritan provided immediate aid at the scene before the firefighter was airlifted to a hospital in Wright. The Florida Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the circumstances of the crash.

Confirmation and community response

The Blackman Fire District confirmed the injured man was one of its firefighters and described the scene as horrific. In social media messages, the department and the firefighter’s family thanked bystanders, medical personnel and local crews for their quick actions and support.

Recovery

By Nov. 30 the firefighter had been released from the hospital and returned home to recover with his family. His mother identified him as Dalton and praised the prompt assistance he received, saying the support of fellow firefighters and community members felt like "a body of armor" protecting the family. The department said colleagues continue to check on him and wished him a full recovery.

Notes

No further details about the cause of the rollover have been released. The investigation remains active and updates may be provided by the Florida Highway Patrol and local agencies as they become available.

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