Man Rescued After Leg Gets Stuck in Lancaster Septic Tank

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Rescue crews responded to a call in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, after a man got his leg stuck in a septic tank on Tuesday night (September 9). The incident occurred around 8:05 p.m. at the intersection of Anita Drive and East Newport Road. According to local dispatchers, the man was working on the septic tank when he became trapped. Rothsville Fire was the primary agency handling the rescue operation.

The man's current condition remains unknown, and the scene was still active at the time of reporting. Authorities have not released further details about how the incident occurred or the man's identity.

Rescue operations involving septic tanks can be particularly challenging due to the confined space and potential health hazards. The community awaits updates on the man's condition and the outcome of the rescue efforts.


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