Feb 24 • 11:27 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania 15min

In Kaunas, a man fell into a garage pit and could not climb out

A man in Kaunas fell into a garage pit and was later rescued by firefighters after sustaining a leg injury.

On February 23, at 21:45, the Kaunas Fire and Rescue Department responded to an emergency report regarding a man who had fallen into a garage pit on Girmuonio Street. The man was reported to have fallen into a pit that was two meters deep and had sustained an injury to his leg, making it impossible for him to climb out. Firefighters quickly arrived at the scene to assist in the rescue efforts.

Upon reaching the location, firefighters assessed the situation and confirmed that the man was indeed trapped in the pit. The rescue team used stretchers to safely extract the injured individual from the two-meter deep pit. After being successfully rescued, the man was handed over to medical professionals who were on standby to provide necessary medical assistance.

This incident highlights the importance of quick response from emergency services in ensuring that individuals in distress receive timely help. The swift action of the firefighters not only prevented potential further injury to the victim but also ensured that he received medical care promptly, underscoring the significance of emergency response teams in urban areas.

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