Cortlandville Fire Responds to Three Separate Crashes Back-To-Back

It became a busy afternoon on Friday, August 30th for the Cortlandville Fire Department as they respond to three separate motor vehicle crashes within their district back-to-back. Motorists can expect to see increased traffic today through Monday as the Labor Day long weekend commences.

Cortlandville Fire was first dispatched to a two-vehicle crash with one vehicle rolling over on Route 13 near the Kwik Fill gas station. Route 13 North was briefly closed as first responders worked to clear the scene.

The second crash was on I-81 South near Exit 50 (Old Exit 10 Polkville). Reports show a single vehicle crash into the guardrail. Firefighters utilized their Holmatro Rescue Tools to remove the door of the vehicle and free the driver.

Lastly, the third crash took place at the traffic light on Route 13 at the entrance to McDonald’s and Price Chopper. Cortlandville Fire says it was a two-vehicle crash.

All crashes had minor injuries reported.

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