Boston, MA
Woman hurt by falling light pole while walking in Boston’s Seaport District
BOSTON – Sources informed the WBZ-TV I-Group {that a} lady was harm Tuesday when a lightweight pole fell on her whereas she was strolling in Boston’s Seaport District.
The pole toppled onto the lady whereas she was strolling on the Evelyn Moakley Bridge.
Sources informed the I-Group the lady suffered accidents to her head and leg.
Boston Police stated the lady was taken to an space hospital with non-life threatening accidents.
Metropolis officers have been checking different gentle poles on the bridge.
“The Metropolis of Boston prioritizes the protection of its residents and guests, and out of an abundance of warning, the sidewalks and bike path have been closed and vehicular visitors has been diminished to at least one lane in every course,” a metropolis spokesperson stated in a press release. “Boston Public Works crews instantly responded and are on scene inspecting the positioning and evaluating all road poles for security. These closures can be lifted as soon as the inspection is full and the realm has been deemed protected.”