Man installing Christmas lights in Escondido dies after being electrocuted
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The man was electrocuted while installing Christmas lights on a tree in San Diego County, causing severe injuries that led to his death after hospitalization.
According to the homeowner, the incident happened when the worker accidentally threw Christmas lights over a live power line, resulting in the tragic electrocution.
Escondido Fire Department Battalion Chief Brian Salazar reported that after SDG&E shut down the power, crews used a ladder truck to access and rescue the victim.
The worker was immediately transported to Palomar Hospital, but despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries following the tragic accident.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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