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Truck Dangles Off WV Bridge, Driver Rescued
5 Dec
Summary
- A truck driver was rescued after nearly five hours trapped.
- The vehicle dangled 80-100 feet above the ground after falling.
- The rescue occurred during heavy snowfall in Southside, West Virginia.
A tractor-trailer driver was successfully rescued after his vehicle plummeted over a bridge in Southside, West Virginia, on December 2nd. The incident occurred during a morning snowfall, with the truck's cab left dangling precariously 80 to 100 feet above the ground. Emergency services, including a specialized technical rope rescue team from the Hurricane Fire Department, were dispatched to the scene.
Over twenty first responders collaborated to execute the highly dangerous operation. After approximately five hours of being trapped in the cab, the driver was safely pulled to the bridge above. The truck was reportedly carrying bricks, which are believed to have prevented a more catastrophic fall onto the road below.
The driver escaped the harrowing ordeal without any reported injuries. The rescue concluded around 10:30 am, bringing a dramatic end to a tense and challenging situation for both the stranded driver and the dedicated rescue teams.
