BOISE, Idaho — UPDATE: The rescued construction worker is being treated for what is reported to be minor injuries as a result of the accident. No word yet on what caused the wall to collapse.
ORIGINAL POST: Boise Fire Department emergency rescue crews are on the scene of a construction site wall collapse near St. Luke’s Hospital, at First and Jefferson Streets in downtown Boise.
The call came into to Ada County dispatch shortly before 8 a.m.
We're on the scene of wall collapse at Jefferson and 1st St. One patient appears to have minor injuries. He is being hoisted out with a construction crane. pic.twitter.com/Yv17GbfGJp
— Boise Fire Dept. (@BoiseFire) February 6, 2020
Boise Fire Dept. spokeswoman Char Jackson says one person was injured in the collapse; but the extent of injuries are believed to be minor.
We will bring you more details as they become available.
