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Diver believed dead after workplace incident at Lake Newell
One man is believed to be dead after a workplace accident in Newell County.
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Diver believed dead after workplace incident at Lake Newell
One man is believed to be dead after a workplace accident in Newell County.
Brooks RCMP responded to a call Wednesday just before 4 p.m. of a diver in distress at Lake Newell. Witnesses said a diver was doing maintenance on a dam and never returned.
A recovery effort is ongoing. Emergency crews and RCMP remain on scene.
The diver is reported to be a 55-year-old man from Brooks.
Occupational Health and Safety is investigating the incident.