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Worker rescued at Fuquay-Varina water treatment plant


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I remember touring this plant years ago when there was discussion of diverting flow to other municipalities. I remember thinking the equipment needed to be upgraded and was poorly maintained. Fuquay-Varina has certainly saved money by ignoring or under funding the problems. I hope OSHA and the D.O.L ask if this was preventable. I would think updating equipment and operating procedures is better then trying to run a facility on a shoestring budget and putting your staff at risk. A lesson learned the hard way. I wish Mr. Hackney the best recovery possible.
bankersboxer
November 15, 2012 5:49 p.m.
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His latest concern was the impact Hurricane Sandy had on his family in New Jersey.

God bless him and his family and his other family members in NJ.
Click to view my profile Skywatch_NC
November 15, 2012 4:46 p.m.
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We know Dan from Upward Basketball. My son just got word from his son that he lost some toes. Bad enough, but, still a blessing.
Click to view my profile CrewMax
November 15, 2012 4:46 p.m.
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Prayers and thoughts with Mr. Hackney and his family.
Click to view my profile Skywatch_NC
November 15, 2012 3:54 p.m.
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According to WTVD-11, this gentleman laost his foot. The post here is what is being told by other news media. Glad he is alive and wish him a speedy recovery!
Click to view my profile Caring
November 15, 2012 3:29 p.m.
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I heard on Channel 11 that his foot was severed. This was as the ambulance was departing the scene.
Gator Girll
November 15, 2012 2:24 p.m.
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For those saying he lost a foot, the story says he gave an encouraging sign to co-workers as he was carried off. Doesn't sound like someone who just lost a foot.

The story says he got a leg or foot caught in machinery, not that he lost it. At least the story doesn't say that yet.
Dynol Yn Cael Ei
November 15, 2012 2:02 p.m.
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Blessed he's ok. Thank God for Earthbound Angels, who put the lives of others before their own safety.
Dynol Yn Cael Ei
November 15, 2012 2:01 p.m.
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If this man caught his leg in a piece of machinery, he is going to have a long road to recovery. Hopefully he gets the help he is going to need and that his company helps him out in any way they can.
kellypsnll
November 15, 2012 1:45 p.m.
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Glad to hear he was rescued! I hope he recovers soon!
malonem1
November 15, 2012 12:52 p.m.
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