February 8, 2025

Climber rescued after electric shock

Firefighters rescued a climber for a tree care company who was stuck more than 25 feet in the air after he received an electric shock February 8, 2025, in Westwood, Calif. Firefighters waited for authorities to de-energize the utility pole before they were able to rescue the worker. The climber was alert but taken to the hospital for assessment, according to a KCAL News report.

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