A contractor in Wellesley, Massachusetts, was seriously injured while hanging Christmas lights on a tree when he received an electric shock, resulting in life-threatening injuries. The man, a 22-year-old employee of NZ Power Wash in Framingham, was using a pole to string up the lights when it either came in close proximity to or touched an electrical line atop a utility pole, causing the shock. He collapsed and was found in cardiac arrest, but was revived by police using an automated external defibrillator. He was then rushed to Newton Wellesley Hospital and later transferred to Massachusetts General Hospital for further treatment.
The incident is being investigated by OSHA, along with local authorities, to determine what caused the accident. The victim’s coworker, who witnessed the incident, declined to comment but said that the man is recovering in the hospital. The Wellesley Police, Fire, and WMLP Departments expressed their thoughts and prayers for the victim and his family during this tragic event. The worker’s survival is considered lucky given the severity of the electric shock he received during the incident.
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