Man rescued after reported electric shocks at Birdsboro Power Plant

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Friday, December 14, 2018
Man injured at Birdsboro Power Plant
Man injured at Birdsboro Power Plant. Matt O'Donnell reports during Action News Mornings on December 14, 2018.

BIRDSBORO, Pa. (WPVI) -- A man was reportedly shocked during a workplace incident at a Berks County power plant.

First responders arrived at the Birdsboro Power Plant on Armorcast Road Thursday night.

Initial reports indicated a man was in a compartment when he was hit by a 22,000 volt line.

Emergency crews used a crane to rescue the victim.

Investigators have not given an update on his condition.

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