Calgarian electrocuted
Posted May 2, 2010 5:56 pm.
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A Calgary man is in critical condition after being electrocuted while trying to retrieve a model rocket that was stuck in a high-tension power line.
The many fell about eight metres from a ladder after he was jolted with electricity, while trying to dislodge the rocket using a pole or stick.
He was in cardiac arrest when paramedics arrived, but they were able to revive him.
He was airlifted to the Foothills Medical Centre. His name has not been released
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