Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling – update 3

    More images showing the ongoing recovery of a worker from a confined space on Thursday in Wheeling.

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    Tech team members prepare for the recovery. Tim Olk photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    An overview of the tanks and the recovery operation. Tim Olk photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling - update 2

    Several technical rescue team members confer on top of the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling - update 2

    The rigging is set up from the tower ladder. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    Firefighters review their action plan and check their equipment. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    A firefighter is being prepared for entry into the tank. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    A firefighter is lowered into the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    The firefighter is now inside the storage tank. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    Firefighters stand by as one team member attaches a harness to the victim for removal from the noxious tank. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    An overview of the scene and fire apparatus in the company parking lot. Larry Shapiro photo

    Worker dies in chemical tank in Wheeling

    The scene has been set up for the victim to be moved to the decontamination area and then to the waiting ambulance. Larry Shapiro photo

    As the recovery operation continues, emergency crews remain on site working closely with local authorities and medical teams to ensure the process is carried out safely and efficiently. The incident has drawn significant attention from the community, with many expressing concern over the conditions that led to the tragic event. Officials have not yet released detailed information about the cause of the accident, but they are conducting a thorough investigation to determine what went wrong. The recovery effort is expected to take several more hours, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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