Dramatic Rescue in Jerusalem: Man Falls 20 Meters into Construction Pit
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
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- Man rescued from 20-meter deep pit in Jerusalem.
- Rescue involved firefighters and special operations unit.
- The individual was in critical condition.
- The incident occurred at a construction site on Bethlehem Road.
A dramatic rescue operation took place in Jerusalem on Friday after a man fell approximately 20 meters into a pit at a construction site on Bethlehem Road. Firefighters from the Capital District station, in cooperation with the National Unit for Special Rescue Operations (YELAM), were dispatched to the scene.
Using a crane present at the site, the rescue teams worked to extract the individual from the confined space, a process described as complex. Following the successful extraction, the man was handed over to MDA (Magen David Adom) paramedics. He was in critical condition and was transported to Shaare Zedek Medical Center for further medical treatment.
Incident Commander Rami Meir praised the dedication and professionalism of the firefighters, noting their swift yet cautious approach to the challenging situation. He also highlighted the effective collaboration with the YELAM unit, which enabled a precise and safe operation, ultimately leading to the successful rescue and transfer of the individual for medical care.
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