Engine 91 assists in rescue
On Tuesday, December 8th Fillmore Fire Department respond along with Ventura County Fire to a report of a motorcyclist off the side of the road in Balcom Canyon after he lost control of his bike. Upon arrival Engine 91 found the rider about 25 feet down the mountain. Immediately the crew aided in setting up the ropes to rappel down to the individual. Upon evaluating the rider they found that his injuries were extensive and required the air squad to airlift him to a local area hospital. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.
On Tuesday, December 8th Fillmore Fire Department respond along with Ventura County Fire to a report of a motorcyclist off the side of the road in Balcom Canyon after he lost control of his bike. Upon arrival Engine 91 found the rider about 25 feet down the mountain. Immediately the crew aided in setting up the ropes to rappel down to the individual. Upon evaluating the rider they found that his injuries were extensive and required the air squad to airlift him to a local area hospital. Photo courtesy Sebastian Ramirez.