A 56-year-old worker died after being electrocuted while working in Formiga, Brazil, when a metal gutter he was installing made contact with a high-voltage power line.
In a tragic incident in Formiga, Brazil, a 56-year-old worker lost his life due to electrocution while performing maintenance work on a metal gutter. The accident occurred in the central area of Formiga on the afternoon of Tuesday, October 10, when the victim was using an iron ladder to install the gutter. According to the Fire Department, the accident happened around 2:30 PM when the metal gutter made contact with high-voltage electrical wiring, causing a severe electric shock that led to the worker's fall onto the awning of a building.
Emergency services, including the Fire Department, were promptly dispatched to the scene where the victim was found. Rescuers managed to access the fallen worker and provided assistance with the support of the Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu). Details revealed that the man sustained a scalp injury and experienced burns of varying degrees from the electrical current, showing entry and exit points in his left lower and upper limbs, indicating the severity of the electrocution.
This incident underscores the risks associated with maintenance and construction work, particularly in relation to handling tools or materials near high-voltage electrical lines. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety protocols and awareness among workers to prevent such tragic accidents in the future.
