Drama in the Stade Toulouse: Parachute jumpers get stuck on the stadium roof!

Drama in the Stade Toulouse: Parachute jumpers get stuck on the stadium roof!

Stadion in Toulouse, Frankreich - On April 6, 2025, a dramatic event overshadowed the rugby round of dazzling between Toulouse and the Sale Sharks as part of the Champions Cup. A parachutist who was planned for a spectacular landing during the game got into trouble and got stuck on the roof of the Municipal Stadium. The air force's soldier should bring the game ball out of the air to the stadium, but he was grasped by a strong gust of wind and lost control.

A total of around 33,000 spectators were witnesses to the unexpected incident. While the parachute jumper dangled in the air for around 30 minutes, the affected sector was immediately evacuated. Security forces ensured that soft objects, including foam advertising bonds and an inflatable mini-rugby field, were prepared as a collecting pad in order to protect in the event of a fall. The Löwen mascot from Toulouse was one of the helpers on site.

rescue operation of the fire brigade

The fire brigade was quickly alerted and reached the place of the action with a long turntable ladder. Two firefighters climbed to the hanging parachutist and finally brought him back safely to the floor. The soldier was saved unharmed and later expressed gratitude to the Stade Toulouse team and the firefighters. He stated that the spectators spent him in this tense situation with soothing words.

The incident led to the delay of the game, which started with about 40 minutes late. The first two parachutists had previously landed, only the third had got into this threatening situation. After his relegation, the parachute jumper was visibly taken, but was able to leave the stadium without serious injuries.

unwanted spectacle for the spectators

Although the situation was alarming, the professional reaction of the security personnel and the fire brigade ensured a quick end to terror. Spectators under the parachutist had to leave their seats, but nobody was harmed. According to reports, the crowd of spectators helped the parachute jumper by cheering him on and promising him.

The dramatic rescue not only attracted those present in the stadium, but also the media attention. During the otherwise joyful atmosphere of a rugby game, this event unintentionally led to a demonstration of the security measures and the effective cooperation between civilian and professional helpers.

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