Plumas County, CA: Lineman Killed in Fall Working PG&E Power Poles Along Highway 70 near Twain
PAR Electric Lineman Killed in Plumas County Accident along Highway 70
Plumas County, California (July 24, 2019) – A linemen was killed and another injured in a fall from a power pole along a highway in Plumas County on Monday afternoon, according to the Plumas County Sheriff’s Office.
The accident took place at about 4 p.m. July 22, along State Highway 70, west of Twain.
Deputies said the two men, who work for PAR Electric, were working on PG&E power lines when they tragically fell.
PAR Worker Killed in Plumas County Fall on Highway 70, July 22
One victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The second worker was airlifted to Enloe Medical Center in Chico.
The accident is under investigation.
Every year, several work-related accidents are reported in California.
Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these work accidents range from poor maintenance of equipment, machine defects, lack of sufficient training, among others. It is evident that negligence on the part of the employers is among the leading causes of these accidents.
Our sincere sympathies go to the family and friends of the person killed in the accident. We wish them courage during these trying moments of losing their loved one.
If you have lost someone you love in a work accident, we highly recommend that you seek legal guidance and fight for justice. At Pacific Attorney Group, we go to a great length to ensure that an insurance company follows the law and offers a full compensation for your loss. Call our firm today, and we will help you get justice for your loved one.
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