A man was rescued in Bridgewater after becoming buried up to his chest in coal. Abington Fire Chief Jack Glynn praised the members of the Plymouth County Technical Rescue Team for their flawless execution of advanced rescue techniques. The worker was treated on the scene by a paramedic and flown by helicopter to a Boston hospital. It remains unclear what caused the man to become trapped in the train car with the coal. Glynn’s post on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, highlighted the professionalism and dedication of the rescue team in handling the challenging situation. The rescue operation was described as time-consuming, but ultimately successful in saving the man from a potentially life-threatening situation. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of first responders’ specialized training and equipment in dealing with extreme circumstances. The man’s condition following the incident and the specific circumstances surrounding his entrapment in the coal remain under investigation. Residents in the area are grateful for the swift and effective response by emergency personnel in ensuring the man’s safety and well-being.
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