Queen Anne’s County announces that Parks and Recreation Ranger, Paolo Palumbo has been awarded the Life Saver Award from the Local Government Insurance Trust (LGIT) for heroic actions that saved a life earlier this year. While conducting routine duties at the Kent Narrows Public Boat Landing in Grasonville, Palumbo observed a vehicle in the water near the boat ramp. The vehicle began to float, drawn toward the Kent Narrows channel by strong currents heightened by coastal flooding that day.
As the vehicle filled with water, the driver climbed onto the roof and called for help. Acting swiftly, Ranger Palumbo immediately contacted 911 and initiated a rescue effort.