A contractor in Wellesley, Massachusetts, was nearly electrocuted while hanging Christmas lights on a tree when a pole he was using came into contact with a primary electrical line. The man fell unconscious and stopped breathing, prompting emergency responders to perform CPR and use a defibrillator to revive him. He was transported to a hospital for further treatment. The incident is under investigation by local authorities and OSHA.
Lizette Zambrano, whose husband Jorge died from electrocution in a hot tub at a Mexican resort, speaks out about the tragedy and is suing the resort for wrongful death, alleging faulty wiring. She recounts the harrowing experience and the failed rescue attempts, seeking accountability and $1 million in damages. The resort's management denies responsibility, attributing maintenance duties to the homeowners association.
Lizette Zambrano, whose husband Jorge died from electrocution in a hot tub at a Mexican resort, speaks out about the tragedy and is suing the resort for wrongful death, alleging faulty wiring and lack of emergency response. The resort denies responsibility, attributing maintenance duties to the homeowners association.
During an ice storm in Portland, 18-year-old Majiah Washington witnessed her neighbors being electrocuted by a downed power line while trying to rescue their baby from a car. Despite the danger, she called 911 and managed to save the 9-month-old child, miraculously avoiding electrocution herself. The storm has caused at least 10 deaths in Oregon and five in the Seattle area, with falling trees and utility poles contributing to the fatalities. The tragic incident has left the community in shock and mourning, with Washington being hailed as a hero for her selfless actions.
Majiah Washington, 18, saved a baby boy from electrocution after his parents and uncle were killed by a power line during an ice storm in Oregon. She acted on instinct, pulling the child to safety despite the tragic scene she had just witnessed. The baby's parents and uncle slipped and touched the downed power line, resulting in their deaths. Washington's heroic actions have been praised, and the child is recovering well in the hospital.
In Portland, Oregon, a teenager witnessed three people being electrocuted by a downed power line during a storm, including a pregnant woman, her boyfriend, and her 15-year-old brother. The teenager, Majiah Washington, bravely rescued the couple's 9-month-old baby from the dangerous situation, despite the risk of being electrocuted herself. The storm's icy conditions have been blamed for at least 10 deaths in Oregon, and the heroic actions of Washington saved the baby's life.
Majiah Washington witnessed three people being electrocuted by a downed power line during an ice storm in Portland, Oregon. Despite the danger, she managed to rescue a 9-month-old baby from the scene. The storm has caused at least 10 deaths in Oregon and five in the Seattle area, with falling trees and utility poles contributing to the fatalities. The tragic incident has left a family grieving the loss of a pregnant woman and her brother, with their father expressing the pain of losing two children in one day.
Three people, including a high school teenager, were electrocuted when a live power line fell onto their SUV during an ice storm in Portland, Oregon. A two-year-old in the vehicle was unharmed. The storm caused widespread damage, with numerous trees and power lines falling across the region. Another storm system is expected to bring more freezing rain, posing a continued threat.
Two adults and a teenager were electrocuted after a power line fell on their SUV during a powerful winter storm in Oregon, while a toddler miraculously survived. The victims were unaware of the danger and stepped out of the electrified vehicle, resulting in their fatal electrocution. The child's mother and her teen brother were among the deceased, and the toddler's father, who was holding the child, also died. The Northwest region has been experiencing icy winter storms, with at least 10 people killed over the weekend due to harsh winter conditions.
Three people died in Portland after a falling tree branch brought down a power line onto their vehicle, causing them to be electrocuted when they tried to exit. A baby in the car was unharmed. This incident adds to the 11 deaths related to winter storms in Oregon, including hypothermia, fires, and falling trees. Portland Fire & Rescue reminds people to stay inside their vehicles and contact emergency services if they encounter downed power lines.
Three people were killed and a toddler was saved after a live power line fell onto a car in Northeast Portland. The incident occurred when a branch fell onto a live wire, which then fell onto a Ford Expedition with two adults, a teenager, and a 2-year-old inside. When they attempted to exit the car, they were electrocuted, resulting in the deaths of the two adults and the teenager. The toddler survived and was taken in by a community member until emergency crews arrived. Firefighters emphasize the importance of staying away from downed power lines and express the emotional toll the incident has taken on responders.
Nate Davenport, a Florida father-of-four, tragically died after saving his children from being electrocuted in a shopping center fountain. The retired US Navy fighter pilot and businessman heard his kids screaming as electric currents zapped them in the water. He heroically reached into the fountain and pulled out his sons, but was electrocuted himself. Despite efforts to revive him, Davenport did not regain consciousness and passed away at the hospital. The incident is under investigation, and the family has received an outpouring of support from the local community.
Nate Davenport, a retired US Navy fighter pilot and father of four, tragically died while saving his two young sons from an electrified fountain at a shopping center in Jupiter, Florida. The children had jumped into the splash pad and began screaming that they were being shocked, prompting Davenport to rush in and rescue them. He successfully pulled his sons to safety but was electrocuted in the process. The incident left three children and two adults injured. Davenport, hailed as a hero, passed away without regaining consciousness. The cause of the electrocution is under investigation.
One person has died and four others were injured in an "electrocution incident" at a shopping center in Jupiter, Florida. The incident occurred in the fountain area of Harbourside Place, a popular downtown destination. The cause of the electrocutions is still under investigation. Three juveniles and one adult are recovering in the hospital, while another adult victim has been released. The CEO of the shopping center expressed condolences and asked for prayers for those involved.
One person was killed and four others were injured in an electrocution incident at a fountain area in Harbourside Place, Florida. Three underage victims are still recovering at the hospital, while one adult has been released. Emergency personnel responded to the scene and found multiple people who may have received an electrical shock while in the water. The incident is under investigation, and the names and ages of the victims have not been released. The CEO of Harbourside Place expressed condolences and asked for prayers for those affected.
