WEST SILOAM SPRINGS, Okla. — The Siloam Springs Fire Department successfully rescued an individual who was working atop a water tower on Dec. 2.
The department's Special Operations Team conducted a high-angle rescue on Monday afternoon, safely lowering the individual from a height of 140 feet without any injuries to the worker or first responders.
City Administrator Allan Gilbert commended the Special Operations Team for their swift and effective response.
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