Man Rescued After Falling In Septic Tank Hole In MD

CHARLES COUNTY, MD — A man was rescued this week after authorities said he fell into a septic tank hole while walking his dog in Charles County.

The incident occurred around 9 p.m. Monday at an address on Ishine Place in Nanjemoy, Charles County Volunteer Fire said in a news release.

According to authorities, a woman called 911 to report that the man had fallen into the hole, but the strong odor prevented her from getting close to him.

Firefighters and first responders arrived at the scene and located the man clinging to the side wall of the septic tank. Crews assisted the man using a ladder, ensuring he did not fall further into the hole.

Following the rescue, the man was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Authorities said the man’s effort to hold onto the side of the wall helped with the rescue. DC News Now reported that the man was walking his dog when he fell into the hole.