Louisville MSD Worker Rescued After 25-Foot Well Fall

A Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) worker in Louisville was rescued after falling nearly 25 feet into a well at a sewer pumping station on Cox Avenue while performing routine maintenance. Anchorage Middletown Fire and EMS responded promptly, conducting a confined space rescue operation and extracting the conscious and alert worker roughly 25 minutes after arrival. The rescue was aided by a sanitation truck driver who heard the worker calling for help and alerted emergency crews. The worker was treated on scene and transported to the University of Louisville Hospital for observation, with no visible injuries reported. Emergency responders praised the sanitation worker's vigilance and highlighted the effectiveness of their specialized rescue training in ensuring a successful outcome. The incident occurred on June 5, and further updates on the worker’s condition have not been provided.