KY FF Still Fighting for His Life after Being Crushed by Semi
Gilbertsville Volunteer firefighter Michael Bynum has undergone multiple operations and is still fighting for his life after being struck by a semi-truck while operating at an accident scene on Feb. 23.
Bynum responded to a scene on an ice covered bridge that resulted in multiple wrecks and the death of an 18-month-old.
While working the scene, the semi first pushed Bynum nearly 100 feet, then pinned him against the railing of the overpass, WPSD Local 6 reported.
Bynum suffered both internal and external injuries, requiring multiple operations.
He is currently in UK Trauma Center’s ICU receiving care.
When Bynum is discharged from the hospital, he will have a long path to recovery. He will have to learn how to walk as well as eat, and drink again.
Resources have been set up to help out including a GoFundMe page, and a t-shirt fundraiser where all of the proceeds go to any expenses or needs for Bynum and his family.
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