Firefighters rescue paraglider who crashed into tree
TIGERVILLE, SC (FOX Carolina) -
Firefighters say a paraglider was not hurt when his gliding wing crashed into a tree in the Tigerville area.
Tigerville firefighters said they were called to an address on Lindsey Bridge Road on Saturday after the paraglider crashed around 3:30 p.m.
The thrill seeker was stuck in branches more than 60 feet off the ground, according to firefighters.
Chief Russell Ledford said firefighters used ropes and a hauling system to lower the man safely to the ground.
Firefighters said the man only suffered a few minor scratches and did not need medical treatment.
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