BAKERSFIELD - Jerry Wood's family tells 17 News contrary to initial reports, he has both of his legs. Wood was wounded by flying shrapnel from the implosion of the old Pacific Gas and Electric power plant Saturday morning.
17 News spoke with Jerry Wood's daughter outside their family home Monday. Bryanna Wood said her father is at Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno. She said he is scheduled to have multiple surgeries Tuesday, but as of newstime Monday it was not for amputation.
"He has both of his legs, yes. Ten toes, all of his toes," said Bryanna Wood. "Thankful, I guess. Blessed, blessed that he is here."
Bryanna Wood didn't want to say more than that, waiting until she heard more about her father. But, she did want to thank all of the people sending their thoughts and prayers their way.
"My prayers are with the family. They're a wonderful family and I pray for his total recovery, and I pray that he does not have to have the amputation," said Pastor Rose Schmoll, a neighbor.
Jerry Wood's wife expressed thoughts of hope as well. She posted their wedding photo on Facebook saying "I thank you God for another day that I can kiss this man...the love of my life!"
Bryanna Wood did not say when her father would be able to return home from the hospital. She said right now doctors are focusing on saving his legs.