Oregon Man TRAPPED Beneath Collapsed Carport After Snow

An Oregon man was rescued after heavy snow caused his carport to collapse, trapping him beneath the wreckage. 🌐 #News #MedfordOR #Oregon #Rescue

MEDFORD, OR – A winter nightmare unfolded in Medford, Oregon, when a man became trapped beneath a collapsed carport after heavy snow caused the structure to give way. The terrifying ordeal ended in a life-saving rescue, but not before a race against time involving emergency crews and specialized rescue equipment.

Neighbor’s Quick Action Saves the Day

The Medford Fire Department reported the incident began when a neighbor heard the man’s desperate cries for help and quickly called 911.

Firefighters rushed to the scene and found the man pinned under the heavy remains of his carport, which had buckled under the crushing weight of accumulated snow.

A Little Escape Can Change Everything - Jack and Kitty's Feel-Good Stories.

Rescue Teams Battle Snow and Time

With conditions growing more dangerous, additional rescue crews arrived with specialized tools designed for technical rescues.

Firefighters worked in the snow, carefully lifting the fallen structure to free the trapped man.

Photos shared by the department capture the tense moment as first responders struggled against the elements to raise the collapsed roof just enough to pull the man out safely.

Happiness Starts When You Give Yourself A Break - Jack and Kitty's Feel-Good Stories.

Airlifted to Safety

Once freed from the wreckage, the man was flown by Mercy Flights Inc. to a nearby hospital for treatment.

“With heavy snowfall in our area, we urge everyone to stay aware of potential hazards. Avoid standing under snow-laden tree limbs, carports, awnings, and other structures that may be at risk of collapse,” the Medford Fire Department warned.

They also praised the neighbor’s quick thinking, saying, “A big thank you to the quick-thinking neighbor who called 911 and to our dedicated crews for their swift response!”

The man’s current condition has not been released, but the swift rescue effort certainly prevented further injury.

RELATED TOPICS: Accidents and Rescues | Oregon