Florida driver saves toddlers from busy road in heroic rescue: 'I was terrified'

Florida driver saves toddlers from busy road in heroic rescue: 'I was terrified'

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Key Points:

  • A Florida driver, John Brittingham, quickly stopped his car and ran into a busy road to rescue two toddlers who had wandered into traffic on A1A in Brevard County.
  • Video footage shows Brittingham signaling oncoming traffic to stop while he swiftly grabbed the children and removed them from danger within six seconds.
  • The toddlers, estimated to be around 2 years old or younger, were unable to speak clearly and appeared confused when rescued.
  • After ensuring the children’s safety, Brittingham located an Airbnb nearby where he found an elderly couple and a young woman unaware the children had left the property due to an open gate.
  • The family expressed gratitude and apologized, while Brittingham emphasized his relief at preventing a potential tragedy