11-Year-Old Male Injured by Fishing Rod at Blydenburgh County Park

Summary: An 11-year-old male sustained an injury after a fishing rod became lodged in his leg at Blydenburgh County Park, Smithtown, Suffolk County, New York. Emergency responders from the Smithtown Fire Department were dispatched to the scene, specifically to the mountain bike trail area near where the lake and old boat rental used to be. The search and rescue operation involved coordination between multiple units, use of a county gator vehicle, and guidance from bystanders. The patient was located on a trail near the dog park, received medical attention, and was transported by ambulance. The incident concluded with responders awaiting the arrival of the patient's mother.