Upon arrival, crews found the person was not in imminent danger and began extrication efforts while providing oxygen. Specialized extrication equipment from the Kansas City Fire Department arrived at about 11:20 a.m., helping crews safely remove the person.
The rescued individual was taken to the hospital in stable condition and is expected to recover. A North Kansas City firefighter was also transported to the hospital after the rescue, which occurred in extremely hot conditions; that firefighter is also expected to be okay, KMBC 9 reported.