Man rescued from North Philadelphia sewer after reportedly being lost for hours

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A man was rescued from a manhole after reportedly spending about six hours lost in the sewer system in North Philadelphia.

According to the 7th Police District Advisory Council, the rescue happened Wednesday on the 8500 block of Bustleton Avenue.

The Philadelphia Water Department was called to remove a manhole cover so crews could reach the man.

Officials said he had entered the sewer system several blocks away but was unable to find his way out.

When police questioned him, he could not explain why he was there.

No injuries were reported.