9-Year-Old Boy Who Helped Save His Parents' Lives During Tornado Speaks Out: 'I Was Really, Really Scared'
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Branson Baker, 9, ran to get help after a tornado tossed his family's car on April 27
Good Morning America/X Branson Baker, 9, on Good Morning America
A 9-year-old boy from Oklahoma is speaking out after he helped save his parents' lives during a tornado last month.On April 27, Wayne and Lindy Baker were left badly injured after the car they were driving in with their son Branson was caught in an EF-4 tornado in Marietta, Okla. A tree uprooted in the weather hit the car, trapping Branson's parents inside.The family had been heading to Dickson, Okla., to reach a storm shelter when the accident occurred. Seeing his parents in trouble, Branson left the truck and quickly ran to get help.While speaking on Monday, May 6's episode of Good Morning America, the 9-year-old recalled, "I was really, really scared," while getting emotional..@ABC NEWS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: 9-year-old hero saves parents during tornado. "I was really really scared." pic.twitter.com/uUFsjRpMAs— Good Morning America (@GMA) May 6, 2024
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"As soon as I went to go get help, I said 'Don't die,' " the youngster added.Branson's father Wayne, who was wearing a neck brace during the interview, recalled of the incident, "We could pretty much see the tornado within about a mile, two miles away from us. But, as we turned, the tornado turned itself.""Branson sprung into action really quick, he's a very courageous son. For a 9-year-old boy... not many adults would have done what he did," Wayne added.
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Good Morning America/X Wayne (Left) and Branson Baker on 'Good Morning America'
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Wayne is recovering from back, neck and arm injuries, while his wife Lindy remains in the hospital. "I couldn't be more proud to be a father. A son that can accept a challenge in that way shows that he would go above and beyond for anyone," Wayne said of Branson.Wayne was on the phone with his brother Johnny when the accident happened. Johnny recalled hearing "dinging" like hailstones hitting the glass before hearing a "boom" and the phone went silent. He rushed to the scene and called 911 before first responders arrived and Branson returned with help.
GoFundMe Wayne (Far Left) and Lindy Baker and their son Branson.
Johnny previously told CBS News that Branson "ran as fast as he could, as hard as he could" to get help after the crash."He probably made a mile in 10 minutes. That's pretty impressive for a little kid,” Johnny told the outlet."He had to become his parent's superman and go do what he had to go do. That's exactly what he said. He said, 'I have to save my parents,' " he added.Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.Wayne and Lindy were transported to OU Medical Center where they were treated for their injuries, which included broken backs and necks, per CBS News.PEOPLE previously confirmed at least five people, including a 4-month-old baby, had died after tornadoes ravaged parts of Oklahoma and Iowa on April 26 and 27. Four deaths were reported in Oklahoma, and one death was reported in Minden, Iowa. For more People news, make sure to sign up for our newsletter! Read the original article on People.
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