2 Goldsby firefighters killed after firetruck overturns in McClain County

Emergency crews responded to a firetruck that rolled over in McClain County on Friday morning that left two firefighters dead. >> Download the KOCO 5 App | Subscribe to KOCO 5’s YouTube channel | Sign up for KOCO 5’s Morning NewsletterThe crash happened on East Redbud Road near Southeast 12th Avenue between Goldsby and Washington. The crash shut down Redbud Road.>> Video below shows scene earlier Friday morning. The Oklahoma Highway Patrol said they received a call to respond to the crash just after 3 a.m. When troopers arrived on the scene, they found that two firefighters had died in the crash. The firefighters were identified as volunteer firefighters Todd Pendleton and Bryan Jenkins. Pendleton worked as the art director at The Oklahoman newspaper, where he worked for decades. His talent brought stories to life online and in print. Jenkins was an employee of Cleveland County since 1987. He managed the Cleveland County Fairgrounds since 2014. "He was a public servant full of courage, professionalism, and an unwavering commitment to those around him. He was also a dedicated first responder who served with courage and honor," Cleveland County officials said in a statement. "This tragic loss is deeply felt across the county and community. Our deepest condolences go out to Bryan Jenkins’ family, friends, colleagues, and fellow first responders during this incredibly difficult time. We are also thinking of and praying for the family of the other first responder who lost their life."Sky 5 also showed a nearby fire that the firetruck was likely responding to. A large structure was burning just a few streets away from the crash. >> Video Below: OHP: 2 firefighters die after firetruck crash in McClain CountyTroopers said it appears that the firetruck was headed eastbound on Redbud before departing the roadway to the right, returning to the roadway and then departing the roadway to the left. The firetruck then struck a tree.The two volunteer firefighters were part of the Goldsby Fire Department. A deputy from the McClain County Sheriff's Office said the department is there to support the Goldsby firefighting community in the days following the crash. >> Video Below: McClain County Sheriff's Office says they are supporting Goldsby after firetruck crash First responders and wreckers were on the scene, working to get the firetruck back upright. The crash caused debris across the area.