Kissimmee, FL (August 10, 2025) – A pedestrian was hospitalized Saturday morning following a crash involving an Orange County Fire Rescue medical transport unit at the intersection of John Young Pkwy and Oak St, officials confirmed.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:05 a.m. while the transport unit was en route to Orlando Regional Medical Center in connection with an unrelated emergency. According to the fire department, the vehicle was actively responding when it came into contact with a pedestrian in the intersection.
The Kissimmee Fire Department responded to the scene and transported the injured pedestrian to a nearby hospital. Authorities reported that the injuries were non-life-threatening.
Orange County Fire Rescue issued a statement emphasizing that the safety of citizens and firefighters remains its top priority. The department is cooperating fully with the Kissimmee Police Department, which is leading the investigation into the crash.
The cause of the incident remains under review.
Our thoughts are with the pedestrian as they recover from their injuries.
Pedestrian Safety in Emergency Response Situations
Intersections like John Young Pkwy and Oak St are often high-traffic areas, and the presence of emergency vehicles can add urgency and unpredictability to traffic patterns. While drivers and pedestrians are generally required to yield to emergency units using lights and sirens, these situations can still pose hazards, particularly if visibility is limited or if individuals are unsure how to react.
Florida traffic data indicates that pedestrian incidents involving emergency vehicles, though rare, do occur—often when pedestrians attempt to cross busy corridors without anticipating the path or speed of an emergency unit.
Officials recommend that pedestrians remain alert at intersections, avoid distractions, and wait for emergency vehicles to clear before proceeding. Drivers should also be mindful that pedestrians may react unpredictably when emergency traffic approaches.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a pedestrian-involved crash, contact Local Accident Reports for resources and guidance through the recovery process.
