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Coverage dated October 6, 2026

Crews rescue worker trapped in Potomac trench collapse

Headline from WTOP Washington DC

When firefighters arrived, the man was buried at least up to his waist.

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  1. FOX 5 DC

    Rescue underway for worker buried in Montgomery County trench collapse (opens FOX 5 DC)

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    FOX 5 DC's feed description

    A technical rescue is underway in Potomac for a worker who was buried in a trench collapse Tuesday evening, according to Montgomery County rescue officials.

  2. WTOP Washington DC

    Crews rescue worker trapped in Potomac trench collapse (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    WTOP Washington DC's feed description

    When firefighters arrived, the man was buried at least up to his waist.

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