Baltimore County Fire Department reported its crews and Baltimore County Volunteer Firefighters Association responded to a 911 call for two men trapped over 100 feet in the air inside a malfunctioning silo elevator in Sparrows Point on Monday morning.
Crews, including volunteers from Middle River Volunteer Fire & Rescue and Bowleys Quarters Volunteer Fire Rescue & Marine, quickly ascended the silo stairs and repelled down to the stranded workers. The team successfully brought both men to safety using harnesses and a rope rescue system. One worker sustained a minor injury.
-All photos courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department-
“Throughout the rescue, responders stayed on the phone with the men to reassure them that help was coming. This successful operation highlights the strength of continuous training and collaboration between our career and volunteer members,” said a statement from the Baltimore County Fire Department.
-All photos courtesy of Baltimore County Fire Department-
Benjamin Joesph has covered news in Eastern Baltimore County since 2006. He started as a reporter with the original East County Times in 2006. He started East Baltco News and later Eastcountytimes.com in 2022.
