Skydiver entangled in power lines near Tracy rescued
The South San Joaquin County Fire Authority responded to Lorenzen Road, where they found the skydiver entangled in high-tension power lines and suspended above the road.
PG&E secured the power lines and fire crews were able to rescue the skydiver, who crews said appeared to have suffered minor injuries.
People were urged to avoid the area while crews conducted the rescue.
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