Rescue Response for Woman Injured in Horse Fall at Saddle Creek Trail

Summary: Emergency services responded to a call regarding a 55-year-old female who suffered a tailbone and back injury after falling off a horse near Saddle Creek Trail, off Letitia Lane in Sarasota County, Florida. Multiple rescue units, including Rescue 8, Engine 18, EMS 2, and Truck 9, were dispatched to the scene. The patient was reported to be conscious and breathing. The responders coordinated efforts to locate the patient, who was on a trail and not immediately visible from the main road. A red Dodge Ram truck was used as a landmark to help guide rescuers. The incident required additional manpower and specialized equipment, such as a scoop stretcher, due to the challenging location.