First Responders

SSG Karpowicz and I were driving out the the Mapes Gate near Rt 175 when we witnessed a car accident right in front of the Grey Ghost. A car turning left onto base hit another car who was just going through the intersection. BOOM! They came to rest a mere 10 ft in front of the mustang. SSG Karpowicz and I instantly jumped out of the car to offer assistance. Both airbags had deployed and the drivers seemed disoriented. I approached the first car and asked if the lady was alright? She replied that she was OK. I was alarmed at the amount of smoke coming out of the dashboard so I told her to climb over the center console and exit the passenger door, as the other car was firmly wedged against the drivers door. SSG Karpowicz was checking on the other driver, an elderly woman and reported that he thought she had broke her arm. After getting my victim out of the car, and telling her to sit in my Mustang. I went over to other car and KP. We decided not to move the old lady as we didn't know the extent of her injuries. I could see blood coming out her mouth, but she seem coherent enough as KP distracted her with conversation. I tried calling 911 on my cell phone...and when that didn't work, I walked back 25 yards to the Guard Shack. The guard told me law enforcement was enroute and seemed surprised when I told him, we had injuries requiring Emergency Medical Personnel. The guard went back in to make the call. Within minutes police cruisers came racing up along with firetrucks and a ambulance. I watched as everyone went into action, and took a few digital shots with my camera which was in my pocket. The Police directing traffic, taking statements and documenting the scene. The fireman cleaning up the scene, disabling the victims car and removing her from the wreckage. The EMT assessing the ladies injuries and keeping her calm as they removed her and placed her on a gurney. Although we didn't do much I was very proud of the way SSG Karpowicz and I responded to the accident and offered assistance at the scene. It took a while for me to calm down and when I did...I was scared to drive!
PS The mustang is alright.