Tree-felling accident leaves young worker critically injured in Germany
A 22-year-old man was seriously injured in a tree-felling accident near Steinau an der Straße. The incident happened while he and a colleague were working along State Road 3196. A heavy branch struck him despite wearing protective equipment.
The accident took place during the removal of a beech tree. As the workers cut it down, a large branch broke free and hit the young man. He suffered severe head injuries, prompting an emergency response.
A rescue helicopter airlifted him to hospital for urgent treatment. Authorities have since launched an investigation into the cause. They are examining whether negligence by the second worker played a role. As of March 23, 2026, no further details on the investigation or new safety measures have been released.
The injured man remains under medical care following the incident. The ongoing inquiry will determine if workplace safety rules were followed. No updates on prevention steps in Hessen have been announced yet.
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