03/04/2026
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana) - A man working from a bucket truck fell after the bucket that he was in caught fire March 3, 2026.
This is why you must maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet from any overhead Powerline 50,000 volts or less. If you are unsure if the power is over 50kv, a minimum distance of 25 feet is recommended without the consult of a licensed professional.
Testing the equipment’s emergency descent, and having a rescue plan are critical.
The video of the incident, which has been on various social media pages, shows the man clinging to the bucket on fire via his harness, and he ultimately fallls to the ground.
The Baton Rouge Fire Department responded to the scene at the intersection of Evangeline Street and North Foster Drive
He was taken to the hospital where he is listed as being in a serious condition.
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