Pinned under a tractor after a bridge collapsed, an Illinois man faced a race against time as responders battled icy waters to save him.
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WOODSTOCK, IL
– A quiet Sunday in
Woodstock, Illinois
, took a dramatic turn when a man found himself trapped beneath a tractor after a bridge collapsed, partially submerging him in the cold waters of a shallow creek. Emergency responders sprang into action, racing against time to pull him out safely.
Emergency Response and Rescue Operation
The Woodstock Fire Rescue District received a distress call around 3 p.m. on Sunday, alerting them to a water rescue on the 3200 block of N. Route 47 in unincorporated Woodstock. Responders arrived within minutes to find a man pinned under a tractor alongside a collapsed bridge.
Officials noted he had likely been trapped for over 30 minutes before their arrival, adding urgency to the situation as they found him conscious but suffering from severe hypothermia and other serious injuries.
With precision and speed, firefighters lifted the tractor and quickly freed the man, who was then transferred to a waiting ambulance. Emergency personnel had set up a landing zone at nearby Northwood Middle School, where the man was airlifted to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville for advanced treatment.
Managing Environmental Hazards
The rescue effort also brought environmental concerns. The fire department initiated a minor HazMat response due to fluids leaking from the tractor. Absorbent materials were used to contain any fuel or other pollutants, preventing them from dispersing into the creek.
The tractor was removed from the water, and the area was cleared by around 6 p.m., ensuring the scene was safe.
A Community Thankful for Swift Action
As the Woodstock community reflects on the day’s events, the rapid, coordinated response of local emergency services stands out. Their efforts saved a life and mitigated potential environmental risks, a testament to the skill and dedication of the responders.
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