Serious accident at work in Edelsbach: 19-year-old trapped under a tree trunk!

Serious accident at work in Edelsbach: 19-year-old trapped under a tree trunk!

In Edelsbach near Feldbach, Styria, a serious industrial accident occurred on Saturday, December 28, 2024, which put a 19-year-old's life in danger. The young man was busy doing woodwork with his father. According to reports from fireworld.at Around 9:45 a.m. he had attached a felled beech tree to an electric winch and tried to tie up more trunks. He accidentally released the taut rope with the remote control, causing a tree trunk to snap back and hit him in the right leg.

The force of the impact was so strong that the man was thrown to the ground and the tree trunk rested on his leg. His father, who was nearby, saw the accident and immediately started the rescue chain. Loud steiermark.ORF.at The injured person was treated on site by the emergency doctor and then taken to the LKH Feldbach. The safety investigation revealed that there was no foul play. A total of three fire departments with around 40 emergency services were on site to support the rescue and rescue efforts.

The incident highlights the dangers associated with woodworking and serves as a reminder of the need for precautions while working in the forest. Such accidents can have serious consequences and emphasize the importance of safety and vigilance during such activities.