By Farah Mokrani •
Published: 29 Nov 2024 • 13:47
• 1 minute read
Alicante witnessed an extraordinary rescue this week when a sanitation worker’s vigilance saved a man from being crushed in a garbage truck. What could have been a tragic accident turned into a story of heroism and second chances.
A routine job turns into an heroic rescue in Alicante
The incident occurred early Friday morning on Calderón de la Barca Street, just steps from Alicante’s Central Market. A homeless man searching for his lost mobile phone had fallen into a paper recycling bin and ended up trapped inside, eventually falling asleep.
At around 9:30 a.m., as the sanitation crew carried out their usual rounds, the worker operating the garbage truck noticed something unusual on the truck’s surveillance cameras. Spotting movement inside the compactor, he immediately stopped the crushing mechanism and raised the alarm.
Emergency services, including the Alicante Fire and Rescue Service (SPEIS) and the local police, were called to the scene. Police swiftly blocked traffic while firefighters prepared for a delicate rescue operation.
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Using a mechanical ladder to access the top of the truck, a firefighter climbed into the vehicle and carefully retrieved the man. Miraculously, he escaped without serious injuries, though clearly shaken by the ordeal.
This incredible act of vigilance and quick action by the sanitation worker prevented what could have been a devastating loss of life.
This incident serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of being alert and compassionate, especially during the holiday season. Thanks to the worker’s sharp observation, a life was saved, turning what might have been a tragedy into a moment of hope and humanity.
Alicante has been left inspired by this extraordinary rescue, a story that highlights the power of quick thinking and kindness in unexpected moments.
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