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Danbury Today
By the People, for the People
Danbury Firefighters Honored for Dramatic Rescue
Firefighters saved motorist thrown hundreds of feet in November crash
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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Danbury firefighters will be honored for rescuing a severely injured motorist who was thrown several hundred feet after crashing into a tree on Wooster Heights Road in November.
Why it matters
The dramatic rescue highlights the life-saving work of Danbury's first responders and their ability to respond quickly and effectively to serious accidents in the community.
The details
Firefighters arrived on the scene to find the motorist had been ejected from the vehicle and was lying several hundred feet from the crash site. They immediately began providing medical care and were able to stabilize the victim before transporting them to the hospital.
- The incident occurred in November 2026.
- The firefighters will be honored later this month for their actions.
The players
Danbury Firefighters
The team of firefighters who responded to the November 2026 crash and rescued the severely injured motorist.
The takeaway
This rescue demonstrates the critical role that first responders play in protecting public safety and saving lives, even in the most extreme circumstances.
