Firefighter Nick Spinale took a major step forward in his recovery, leaving a rehab center and returning to his Chelmsford home this morning.
Rob Albon, President of Chelmsford Firefighter IAFF Local 1839, revealed the news during an appearance on today’s Daily Pulse Podcast.
In a follow up text, Albon added that Spinale even stopped by the fire station to visit his fellow firefighters.
Spinale suffered life-threatening injuries as a result of a 40-foot fall during a training session at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy, where he works as an instructor.
During the podcast, Albon provided further details about the horrific accident, Spinale’s injuries and his already remarkable road to recovery, which finds him already walking, talking and even talking about returning to work.
He also discussed efforts at the State House to craft emergency legislation that would assist the 28-year old in solving an issue regarding whether the Town of Chelmsford or the Commonwealth of Massachusetts bears certain financial responsibilities due to the fact the serious injuries were incurred his part-time job at the Firefighting Academy.
State Representative Rodney Elliott told InsideLowell that House Counsel has been working on the matter, but it is somewhat complicated based on whether the town or the state directly supplies the funding.
While all sides remain optimistic a resolution will be crafted, the situation is further complicated by the fact Spinale’s accrued time expires in about a month.
