Chapman, KS — A 29-year-old worker was seriously injured in a grain elevator accident Tuesday morning at an Agri-Trails CO-OP facility on the edge of Chapman, a small town in central Kansas.
According to officials, the incident occurred shortly after 11 a.m., prompting an emergency response from Chapman police, firefighters, and medical personnel.
Worker Suffers Severe Foot Injury
When first responders arrived, they found the injured man inside the facility’s office suffering from a deep cut to his foot, Chapman police said in a Thursday news release.
“Firefighters on the scene communicated with incoming emergency medical services, which led to the decision to airlift the man due to the severity of his injury,” police reported.
Emergency crews quickly stabilized the worker before deciding that the extent of his wound required immediate air transport.
Airlifted to Kansas City Hospital
The worker was airlifted to a hospital in Kansas City for specialized treatment. His current condition has not been released.
Authorities have not disclosed the exact circumstances leading to the accident, but the Agri-Trails CO-OP remains under review as safety officials assess the incident.
“Due to the severity of the injury, an airlift was deemed necessary to ensure rapid access to trauma care,” the report stated.
Workplace Safety and Response
Grain elevators are known to present a variety of workplace hazards, including machinery entanglement, falls, and confined-space risks. Safety experts emphasize that quick emergency coordination — like that seen in Tuesday’s incident — can often make the difference between life and death.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is expected to review the situation as part of standard workplace safety procedures.
Local officials have not released the worker’s name pending notification of family members.
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