Worker injured in Baton Rouge bucket truck fire

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A worker in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was seriously injured after his bucket truck caught fire and he was left hanging in the air. The fire is believed to have been caused by a mechanical failure, with initial reports suggesting the bucket may have struck power lines before igniting. The worker fell to the ground and sustained severe burns. The incident occurred on Tuesday, March 4, 2026.


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