Allan was in a bad motor cycle accident around 6pm on Sunday (yesterday). He was rushed to the hospital and is in Critical Condition in the Neuro ICU. He has 9 broken ribs, dislocated elbow, finger and toe breaks. It was said "he broke his back" but is not paralyzed. Part of his skull was removed so that his brain can swell and drain fluids. They will replace the missing piece when it comes time to patch him up. In the meantime it is incubating in his abdomen (normal procedures). His right eye is swollen shut and dark blue/black. His injuries to his body are not life threatening. Today they will be allowing his sedation to wear off and will do a basic neuro test.
Police yesterday said he was talking at the scene of the accident. Paramedics however say he was responsive but could not talk.
It is confirmed Allan had on a helmet-as always. He had on a leather jacket as well according to his nurse, but it may have been more of a vest.
I will post again as soon as I hear further information and am able to update. You may ask questions or leave comments, prayers etc on this blog. We will monitor them and thank you all for your support during this very difficult time!
Grandpa and Ollie a few weeks ago.
Hey Big Al, my thoughts and prayers are with you all the time, Jerry Jensen, our special hand wave
ReplyDeleteHi Randi,
ReplyDeleteYou are amazing ;-) My thoughts, prayers and best wishes are with Big Al, yourself and all of the many friends that are praying for all of you. My brother was hit by a car and was not expected to survive. We kept vigil and prayed. He woke up madder than a bee to find his leg gone but soon realized how precious it was to even be here with us!!
Your blog is amazing, reaching to so many people!
Thank you and God bless!!
Nathalie
My heart goes out to you and your family. Big Al is an inspiration to so many people. We all just love him so much. He has touched so many lives, and I believe he will continue to. We are all praying for him. Thank you for your blog.
ReplyDeleteLaura G.