Vehicle hits guardrail on Route 422; smoke visible


Radio dispatch reporting a vehicle that struck a guardrail on Route 422 in Cumru Township. The front of the vehicle was smoking and a possible injury was reported. Multiple fire and medical units were sent to the scene.
Audio|Source: Berks County Fire and EMS - Digital
01:47
Transcript:
Cumru Township, 422[1] westbound just past the 176 on-ramp. Motor vehicle versus (name withheld), unknown injuries with fire. Station 42, rescue engine 42, rescue 25, and 6-824 responding in Cumru Township. 422 westbound just past the on-ramp from 176 at Waterview. (name withheld) reported unknown injuries with fire. Units 22 and 51[2] en route. Let's get 25, definitely 25. The scene's yours. There's smoke coming from the front. You can stay where you are; fire or police will probably come. Ten-four. 6-824, 422 southbound just past the on-ramp from 170. Black vehicle struck the guardrail. Not sure if any injuries. Driver is moving and has not gotten out. Smoke is coming from the front end. City engine 5253, medic 62253, medic 6-824.
Police codes explained
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22: Fire
[2]
51: Injury/EMS needed
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Location mentioned:
Cumru Township, PA
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