Fairfax County High-Rise Rescue: Malfunctioning Basket Strands Two Window Washers
On Thursday morning, two window washers experienced a harrowing incident after their basket malfunctioned at a high-rise in Tysons, Virginia. The situation unfolded around 9:30 a.m. at the Intelsat headquarters, located at 7900 Tysons One Place, near the Tysons Corner Center.
Fairfax County High-Rise Rescue Effort
The workers found themselves suspended at least 10 stories above the ground in a tilted basket. Fortunately, they were unharmed during the event, as confirmed by a social media update from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue.
Details of the Rescue
Fire department officials responded quickly to the incident, deploying the technical rescue operations team. The workers were successfully extracted from the precarious position and lowered into a tower ladder bucket.
Location and Additional Information
- Type of Building: Administrative headquarters for Intelsat
- Address: 7900 Tysons One Place, Tysons, Virginia
- Incident Time: Just before 9:30 a.m.
- Height of Suspension: At least 10 stories
While Fairfax County fire officials did not disclose the names of the workers or the specific cause of the equipment failure, the swift response ensured their safety.
This incident highlights the importance of safety and proper equipment maintenance in high-rise operations, particularly in window-washing activities where risks are inherent.
