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Worker Fell into Well: Seriously Injured

In a workplace accident, a man suffered serious injuries on Tuesday morning in Breitenbrunn.

According to the Burgenland State Security Center, he fell into a well and was then taken by ambulance to the shock room at Eisenstadt Hospital.

Firefighter Rescued Seriously Injured Person from Well

The accident occurred on a construction site, according to the Eisenstadt Surrounding District Fire Command. Shortly before noon, the worker fell into a well shaft seven to ten meters deep. Upon the arrival of the emergency services, the accident victim was in water up to his chest but was responsive. The high-altitude rescue team was called for his recovery.

A firefighter was then lowered into the shaft and pulled back up with the seriously injured person. Subsequently, he was taken to the hospital.

(APA/Red)

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