MARSTONS MILLS – A skydiver reportedly got stuck about 30 feet up in a tree in Marstons Mills. Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills firefighters responded to the Cape Cod Airfield on Race Lane sometime after 6:30 PM Friday. The victim was not injured. Firefighters were able to safely lower the man and another who tried to help out to the ground.
From Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills (C-0-MM) Fire: At approximately 6:28 PM, the Centerville-Osterville-Marstons Mills Fire Department was dispatched to the Cape Cod Airfield following reports of a skydiver who had become entangled in a tree prior to landing.
Upon arrival, firefighters determined that the skydiver was suspended approximately 30 feet above the ground. A second individual had climbed the tree in an attempt to assist the skydiver.
Firefighters from Ladder 1 deployed the department’s aerial ladder and utilized chainsaws to safely remove branches, allowing access to both individuals. Both the skydiver and the second individual were safely rescued and brought to the ground without further incident.
No additional hazards were identified, and crews secured the scene before returning to service.
No further details are available at this time.
