Forklift Accident at Hagerstown Lowe's Leads to Medevac

One person seriously injured and flown to Baltimore trauma center after industrial incident at local home improvement store.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 4:33pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged forklift component, such as a twisted metal part or shattered lens, lit by a harsh, direct flash against a black background, conveying a sense of the industrial accident's gritty details.A close examination of the forklift involved in the Hagerstown accident reveals the severity of the incident and the need for thorough workplace safety investigations.Baltimore Today

A male employee in his mid-50s suffered serious injuries in an accident involving a forklift at the Lowe's Home Center store in Hagerstown, Maryland on April 15th. The patient was airlifted by the Maryland State Police Aviation Unit to the R. Adams Crowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore for treatment.

Why it matters

Industrial accidents can have devastating consequences, especially when heavy machinery is involved. This incident highlights the importance of workplace safety protocols and the need for rapid emergency response to get critically injured individuals to specialized trauma care.

The details

According to Halfway Vol. Fire Company #26 Chief Jeremy Drawbaugh, city fire and EMS units responded to the Lowe's store around 7 AM for a report of an industrial accident with trauma. Store staff had already begun life-saving measures by the time first responders arrived. Due to the severity of the patient's injuries, it was decided to airlift them to the R. Adams Crowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore. The accident, which involved a forklift, is now under investigation by Maryland Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH).

  • The incident occurred around 7:30 AM on April 15, 2026.
  • The patient was flown to the trauma center shortly after the initial 7 AM emergency call.

The players

Jeremy Drawbaugh

Chief of the Halfway Vol. Fire Company #26, who provided details about the emergency response.

Maryland Occupational Safety & Health (MOSH)

The state agency investigating the forklift accident at the Lowe's store.

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What they’re saying

“The accident, which involved a forklift, is being investigated by Maryland Occupational Safety & Health, or MOSH. Investigators had arrived on the scene before fire and emergency services units had cleared.”

— Jeremy Drawbaugh, Fire Chief

What’s next

MOSH investigators will continue their probe into the forklift accident to determine the cause and any potential safety violations. The condition of the injured employee airlifted to the trauma center remains unknown.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of strict workplace safety protocols, especially in industrial settings where heavy machinery is used. Rapid emergency response and access to specialized trauma care can be critical in minimizing the impact of such accidents.