MANCHESTER, KY - On New Year's Eve, December 31, 2024, at approximately 7:10 PM, the City of Manchester Fire Department was dispatched by Clay County E-911 to provide mutual aid in Bright Shade for a technical off-road rescue.
Upon arrival, fire department personnel joined forces with the Kentucky State Police and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. The rescue operation involved navigating approximately 200 yards through a creek and wooded area to reach an injured male who had fallen about 40 feet with an electrical pole collapsing onto him.
Firefighters, along with Kentucky State Police and Clay County EMS, successfully packaged the subject for transport out of the woods. All personnel involved cleared the scene without further incident.
Assisting Agencies:
- Clay County Sheriff's Office
- Bright Shade Fire Department
- Kentucky State Police
- Clay County EMS
Photo is from the City of Manchester Fire Department.
Grok Assisted Disclaimer:
This report was sourced from a public post on the City of Manchester Fire Department's official Facebook page and has been prepared for publication with assistance from Grok, an AI developed by xAI. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the AI's interpretation of events is subject to the limitations of its programming and data. The City of Manchester Fire Department confirms the accuracy of the factual details provided in this report.
About City of Manchester Fire Department: The City of Manchester Fire Department is committed to protecting lives and property through fire control and prevention, rescue operations, and serving the city of Manchester, Kentucky with professionalism and dedication.
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