Norwalk

Construction Worker Falls 8 Feet, Hits Head While Working in Norwalk: FD

Firefighters rescued a construction worker who fell and hit his head while working in Norwalk on Saturday.

Crews were called to St. Mathews Church on Scribner Avenue around 8:30 a.m. after a worker was injured in a fall.

According to firefighters, the 58-year-old construction worker fell approximately eight feet and hit his head while working on a building foundation for a recreation center at the church.

Fire crews secured the man in a rescue basket and used a ladder and rope rigging to remove him, officials said.

The man was transported by paramedics to Norwalk Hospital, where he was admitted for observation, authorities added.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is investigating the incident.

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