Rescues from Trash Trucks in Omaha, Allentown

Emergency responders in Omaha, Nebraska, and Allentown, Pennsylvania, successfully rescued individuals trapped inside garbage trucks over the past week. In Omaha, a man was found inside a truck after the driver noticed movement on a safety camera; he was rescued and taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Witnesses expressed concern that the man was likely homeless, seeking shelter in the dumpster. Similarly, in Allentown, a person became trapped after being inside a dumpster that was emptied into the truck; they were rescued shortly after 5 a.m. and also taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Both incidents highlight the ongoing challenges faced by vulnerable populations, particularly those experiencing homelessness, seeking refuge in unsafe locations. Local officials have called attention to the need for more support for such individuals.