Five Injured in Pinehurst Firetruck Crash at FM 1774 and FM 149

Pinehurst, Texas – Five people were injured Thursday afternoon in a crash involving a Magnolia firetruck in Pinehurst, according to officials.

The crash happened just before 2:30 p.m., February 8, in the area of FM 1774 and FM 149.

Officials said a Magnolia firetruck was returning to the fire station when it collided with a small SUV. The firetruck flipped on its side after the collision.

Four firefighters on the firetruck were taken to a Tomball hospital. The SUV driver was also taken to the hospital for treatment. 

No other details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

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