Dramatic Rescue: Driver Saved from Dangling Semi on Louisville Bridge

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A dramatic rescue took place in Louisville as firefighters saved a driver whose semi-truck crashed off the side of Clark Memorial Bridge, leaving the vehicle dangling. The crash, involving multiple vehicles, led to the closure of both sides of the bridge. Using an aerial ladder, pulley system, and safety rope, firefighters successfully rescued the driver, who was found praying and in stable condition after being transported to the hospital. The rescue was described as heroic by Louisville Fire Chief Brian O'Neill.
Topics:nation#accidents-and-rescues#clark-memorial-bridge#louisville#louisville-firefighters#rescue#semi-truck
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