Montgomery County, TX – A 100-year-old woman was rescued Tuesday afternoon after being stranded for hours in a water-filled ditch in Montgomery County, highlighting the quick action of local deputies and first responders.
According to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, dispatchers received a call around 4 p.m. from a female motorist who reported driving off a dirt road and accidentally into a ditch filled with water. The caller, who was unable to extract herself from her vehicle, told dispatchers water was up to the door handles and she was unsure of her exact location.
Deputies used the driver’s description to pinpoint her general area, then pinged her phone to narrow the search. After an urgent search, Deputy Parent located the submerged vehicle with the woman still inside. Officials said she had been sitting in cold, muddy water for several hours.
With the help of the Woodlands Fire Department Technical Rescue Team, deputies were able to access the vehicle and help the woman out of the ditch. She was evaluated by medical personnel and is reportedly recovering with her family after the incident.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office credited the successful rescue to the local knowledge and dedication of district deputies. “This is a great example of dedicated public servants moving quickly to assist our citizens and guests at their moment of great need,” the Sheriff’s Office wrote in a statement.
Authorities remind drivers to stay alert when navigating unfamiliar or rural roads and encourage motorists to call for help immediately if they become stranded.
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