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Crane operator’s arm nearly severed in accident 300 feet up

Crane operator's arm nearly severed in accident 300 feet up | iNFOnews.ca
In this image take from video, Cincinnati Fire Department rescue a worker after his arm was partially severed in an accident nearly 300 feet up in the air, Friday, April 5, 2019, in Cincinnati. A fire official says the crane operator made the call after a cable sliced underneath his arm. (WCPO via AP)

CINCINNATI – A crane operator in Cincinnati had to call 911 for rescue after his arm was partially severed in an accident nearly 300 feet up in the air.

A fire official says the crane operator made the call after a cable sliced underneath his arm Friday.

Rescue crews used a basket to lower the worker.

Authorities say the man lost a lot of blood but was conscious and alert when he was brought down.

The accident happened at a construction site at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.

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