Firefighters Rescue Person Trapped In Metro Elevator 30 Ft Underground
Firefighters Rescue A Person Trapped In Metro Elevator 30 Feet Underground
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Monday morning, firefighters successfully rescued a person stuck in a malfunctioning elevator at DuPont Circle Metro station. Around 9:40 am, D.C. Fire and EMS shared images of the rescue. When the elevator stalled, the person became trapped 30 feet below the ground.
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Special operations personnel used an Arizona Vortex device (tripod) and a rope system to safely place the individual in a harness to carry them to the surface. Fortunately, no injuries were sustained, and the individual did not require medical attention. Thank you to the brave firemen for their outstanding efforts!
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