A worker in his forties sustained injuries on Wednesday in Deux-Montagnes, located in the Laurentians, when an iron beam from a building under demolition fell onto the cab of his excavator.
Incident Overview
The accident occurred just before noon. The excavator operator became trapped in his cab as a result of the falling steel beam. Emergency services were called to the scene to assist.
Rescue Operation
Firefighters from Deux-Montagnes, with assistance from colleagues in Boisbriand, worked for approximately two hours to free the trapped worker. The challenging operation involved careful extraction to ensure the safety of both the injured man and the rescue team.
Injuries and Medical Response
During the incident, the worker suffered a severe injury to one of his legs. Once freed, he was promptly transported to Sacré-Cœur Hospital in Montreal. The spokesperson for the intermunicipal firefighting service in Deux-Montagnes, Norbert Vendette, reported that the worker was conscious and able to communicate during the ambulance ride. Fortunately, his injuries were not life-threatening.
Key Details
- Location: Deux-Montagnes, Laurentians
- Date: Wednesday
- Injured Worker: Male in his forties
- Injury: Leg injury from falling steel beam
- Response Time: Approximately two hours
- Hospital: Sacré-Cœur Hospital, Montreal
- Current Condition: Stable, non-life-threatening injuries
This incident highlights the importance of safety measures during demolition work to prevent similar accidents in the future.
