ICYMI: Washington State Goodwill HORROR—Worker’s Arm TRAPPED in Industrial Baler!
A Goodwill employee in Washington state suffered serious arm injuries after being ensnared by an industrial baler’s gears. 🌐 #News #EverettWA #Washington #Rescue
EVERETT, WA – A Goodwill worker in Everett, Washington, endured a harrowing ordeal when his arm became trapped in an industrial baler. The incident unfolded at the Goodwill Outlet on West Casino Road, just north of Seattle, prompting a swift response from the Everett Fire Department. Firefighters arrived shortly before 6:10 p.m. on Tuesday to free the man from the machine, which is designed to compress materials like cardboard and plastic into compact bales.
Thirty-Minute Rescue Effort
The worker’s arm was caught in the gears of the baler, requiring rescuers to employ an array of tools to carefully extricate him. A photo released by the fire department captured the intensity of the operation, showing firefighters working diligently to release the man. The rescue effort lasted approximately 30 minutes, with EMS personnel providing medical care on-site throughout the process to stabilize the injured worker.
Serious Condition After Extrication
Once freed, the man was rushed to Providence Regional Medical Center for treatment. He sustained multiple injuries to his lower arm and was listed in serious condition following the incident. The swift actions of the Everett Fire Department and EMS team ensured he received prompt medical attention after the traumatic event at the Goodwill facility.
A Moment for Reflection
We pause to honor the Goodwill worker whose life was forever altered by this harrowing incident, as well as the brave firefighters and EMS personnel who worked tirelessly to save him. The Everett community stands as a pillar of strength, rallying together in times of crisis with compassion and resilience. May this story inspire hope, reminding us all that even in the darkest moments, swift action and unity can light the way toward recovery. – Jack and Kitty Norton, Founders and Editors
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