Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company Responds to 3 Separate Accidents in 11 Minutes on I-95

From the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company:

The Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company responded to multiple vehicle collisions on Interstate 95 Friday afternoon. Multiple JMVFC fire and emergency medical services units and assisting Departments responded to three separate motor vehicle collisions in Joppa on Friday afternoon. Here are summaries from each incident:

3:12 PM
Southbound I-95 at mile 73.0
A tractor trailer jackknifed into the woods on the slow shoulder.
One adult male was taken by Kingsville VFC medic unit to the Johns Hopkins Bayview Trauma Center with non-life threatening injuries. The Harford County Department of Emergency Services Hazardous Materials Response Team and the Maryland Department of the Environment’s Emergency Response Team responded and pumped off the truck’s diesel fuel. The two right lanes were blocked for more than two hours. Maryland State Police Troopers are investigating the collision. One JMVFC fire engine and Chief Officer operated on this incident.

3:21 PM
Southbound I-95 at mile 72.5
A five vehicle collision, one vehicle being a tour bus on the slow shoulder.
Four patients were taken to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries. White Marsh VFC and Baltimore County Fire Department medic units transported the patients. Maryland State Police Troopers are investigating the collision. A second JMVFC fire engine and one support vehicle operated on this incident. When the Incident Commander requested two Harford County ambulances, the dispatcher told him that there were none left to send. A Kingsville VFC fire engine on scene requested units from Baltimore County.

3:23 PM
Southbound I-95 @ mile 74.1
Two vehicle collision on the fast shoulder.
One person was taken to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries by an Abingdon Fire Company medic unit. Maryland State Police Troopers are investigating the collision. A third JMVFC fire engine operated on this incident. An Abingdon Fire Company fire engine also assisted on the scene.

Two of the JMVFC paramedic units were on calls at the time of the initial incident.

The series of collisions along southbound I-95 illustrates how quickly multiple emergencies can unfold in a short span of time, particularly in high-traffic corridors. In a matter of minutes, first responders from the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company, neighboring fire departments, and emergency medical units were called into action to address three separate incidents—each presenting unique hazards.

From a jackknifed tractor trailer requiring hazardous materials mitigation, to a five-vehicle pile-up including a tour bus, and a smaller two-vehicle collision, the strain placed on local resources was significant. With ambulances already tied up and additional units having to be called from neighboring counties, it’s evident how stretched emergency services can become during such high-impact events.

Fortunately, the injuries were non-life-threatening, but these kinds of multi-vehicle accidents often result in complex insurance claims, costly property damage, and long recovery periods for those involved.

In the wake of such incidents, individuals injured or affected are often left facing mounting questions and challenges—from dealing with insurance companies and medical bills to determining fault and legal responsibility. This is where experienced legal representation becomes critical. Rowady Law is well-versed in handling complex personal injury cases arising from motor vehicle accidents. Their team understands the nuances of traffic law and insurance regulations, and they provide strategic guidance to help clients receive the compensation and clarity they deserve.

When multiple incidents occur in rapid succession and involve overlapping investigations and agencies, having an advocate who can help piece together the details and protect your rights is not just helpful—it’s essential.