Mönchengladbach: Roofer Rescued From Roof Edge by Firefighters Using Helicopter
Mönchengladbach, Germany - December 20, 2023
Firefighters in Mönchengladbach, Germany, used a rescue helicopter to save a roofer who had gotten himself into a dangerous situation on Monday afternoon.
The 47-year-old man was working on a roof in the city center when he slipped and fell onto a narrow ledge.
He was left dangling over the edge, unable to climb back up or get down.
Firefighters were called to the scene and quickly set up a rescue operation.
They used a ladder to reach the roof and then attached the man to a stretcher.
A rescue helicopter was then brought in to lift the man to safety.
The operation took about 30 minutes, and the roofer was uninjured.
He was taken to a hospital for a checkup, but he is expected to make a full recovery.
The fire department praised the roofer for remaining calm during the ordeal and for following their instructions.
They also thanked the rescue helicopter crew for their quick and professional work.
The incident is a reminder of the importance of safety when working at heights.
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