Hunter falls from tree stand and suffers injuries, Hancock County WV
A male hunter fell about 30 feet from a tree stand near Congo Run Road. He is conscious but has numbness in his limbs and difficulty breathing. Emergency responders are on the way using an off-road vehicle.
Audio|Source: Northern Hancock County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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Intersection to Route 2, Congo, Royal Road.
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We're going to have a male on a gentleman come down on a side-by-side.
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Direct you guys up to the woods male fell approximately 30 feet out of a tree stand, possible broken back.
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Again, respond to route 2 near Congo Run Road to meet up with a gentleman.
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You will probably meet your side-by-side.
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... (number withheld).
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One, two four to the patched in seven.
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Time four seconds.
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One of six minutes.
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What a six-minute trip.
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Passed four.
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One three three, same traffic.
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Terrible under here.
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No fire, chest and fire.
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You're direct on your turn.
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Just an update on the patient.
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He's complaining now of increased shortness of breath,
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numbness in all limbs.
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He's still conscious and talking.
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I still have him on the line.
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Location mentioned:
Congo Run, West Virginia 26047
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