37-Year-Old Man Pulled Alive From Well in Oyo
A 37-year-old man has been rescued alive after falling into a well in Oyo State. The incident occurred on Monday morning at a residential area where residents quickly alerted emergency responders after hearing the man’s cries for help.
Officials of the Oyo State Fire Service arrived promptly at the scene and carried out a coordinated rescue operation despite the narrow structure of the well. The man, who was conscious but exhausted, was safely pulled out using rescue ropes and specialized equipment.
Emergency workers reported that the victim sustained minor injuries and was immediately taken for medical evaluation. Residents in the area praised the quick action of the fire service, noting that the outcome could have been tragic without rapid intervention.
Authorities have urged homeowners to properly cover wells and water openings to prevent similar accidents, especially in crowded residential communities.
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