Drunk man atop Pimpri-Chinchwad high tension tower sparks hours-long rescue
India
A man in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Maharashtra, climbed a high-tension power tower while drunk, leading to a tense hours-long rescue on Monday.
About 50 to 60 responders, including eight fire teams, were called in, as the man stayed unresponsive and put himself at serious risk.
Pimpri-Chinchwad rescue led by Rushikesh Chipade
Fire Officer Rushikesh Chipade led a two-phase operation: first, firefighters climbed up to secure a safety line so he wouldn't fall. Next, an aerial ladder was used to bring him down safely.
The whole scene drew big crowds but was kept under control by officials.
Afterward, police took the man for a medical check and are now looking into how he managed to access such a restricted area in the first place.