Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Worker injured after crane pouring concrete toppled over in Dayton, Ohio








The bike trail along the Great Miami River in downtown Dayton was closed for an extended period after construction accident Tuesday Sept. 8, 2015. (Lauren Stephenson/Staff)

Breaking News Staff

DAYTON, OHIO —


UPDATE @ 11:49 a.m.

The male worker was operating the crane to pour concrete in the construction of a parking garage when the crane became unbalanced and toppled over, according to Dayton District Chief Paul Raisch.

The worker suffered what paramedics characterized as moderate injuries. Raisch said he was conscious as he was taken to Miami Valley Hospital.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration of Ohio has been notified to investigate the work-place accident.

A hazardous materials crew responded to cleanup hydraulic oil and fuel that spilled from the crane.

The bike path is expected to be closed to pedestrians and bicyclists for the rest of the day.

The parking garage that’s under construction there is slated to serve a nearby office building and condominiums.

FIRST REPORT

Crews responded shortly after 10:30 a.m. to the area of River Corridor Drive located just north of Monument Avenue.

The 9-1-1 call reported a worker was injured after a crane or lift toppled over, according to the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch Center.

We’re working to learn more and will provide updates as more information becomes available.