A male worker was airlifted to hospital Wednesday after falling about 30 feet while replacing greenhouse roofing material in Sombra.
St. Clair Township firefighters were called at approximately 9:08 a.m. to an industrial accident at 2690 St. Clair Parkway.
“Crews responded to a medical assist call after a male worker fell approximately 30-feet while replacing greenhouse roofing material,” said Fire Chief Richard Boyes. “As he was walking up the incline of the roof, he fell through the walkway to the floor inside the facility.”
Firefighters from Stations 2, 3, 4 and 5 provided first aid and assisted Lambton EMS. The man was flown to hospital by Ornge Air Ambulance. Fire crews cleared the scene at 10:30 a.m.
Lambton OPP and the Ministry of Labour are investigating.
