The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service has rescued a 32-year-old woman who accidentally fell into an uncovered well about 60 feet deep at No. 14 Mustapha Bolatiwa Street, off Agric Bus Stop, in the Ikorodu area of the state.
The incident, which attracted a large crowd of onlookers, was described by residents as “nothing short of a miracle.”
Eyewitnesses said the woman, whose identity was yet to be confirmed, had wandered from a nearby compound and was seated on the edge of the well before losing balance and falling in.
Following a distress call, officials of the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service swiftly arrived at the scene and carried out a carefully coordinated rescue operation.
Confirming the incident, the Director of the agency, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, said the woman was pulled out alive after an intense and delicate effort by firefighters.
“She was immediately stabilised and transported to a nearby hospital for further medical care,” Adeseye said.
She urged residents to secure all open wells and similar structures to prevent future tragedies.
Adeseye also commended the professionalism and swift response of her team, reiterating the agency’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property across Lagos State.
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