Firefighters rescue man from muddy marsh in Gloucester County

Monday, October 24, 2016
MANTUA TWP., N.J. (WPVI) -- Firefighters had to rescue a man from a muddy marsh in Mantua Township, Gloucester County.

Crews were called to Linden Avenue and Twin Lakes Drive Sunday night.
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Officials say a man became stuck in the mud up to his waist after walking into the muddy marsh.

Firefighters were able to pull the man from the mud.
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He's being evaluated by medics for any injuries and possible hypothermia.

The victim was stuck in the mud for nearly a half hour.
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