A resident of the Sverdlovsk region fell into a coma after an incident on Sovetskaya Street in Pervouralsk. Local authorities reported the event, noting that footage captured by witnesses circulated in the public group The Pervouralsk Incident on the social network VKontakte.
According to official briefings, the incident occurred in the afternoon on March 29 when a woman attempted to cross electrical wires that stretched from one house to another. In mid crossing, approximately one third of the distance to the opposite side, she suddenly fell from the height of what is described as the fifth floor of a building.
Emergency services responded rapidly. Medical teams transported the woman to a hospital where she was placed in the intensive care unit due to the severity of injuries sustained from the fall. Doctors emphasized that she is currently in a coma while receiving critical support and stabilization measures. The health workers are continuing to monitor her condition and provide necessary treatment in hopes of a positive turn in the coming hours and days [citation: regional health authorities].
Preliminary information from attendees and local sources indicates that the victim was 44 years old and was alone at home at the time of the incident. At this stage, investigators have not released a definitive explanation for why she attempted the dangerous act. A number of factors, including the possibility of an attempted escape, distress, or other motives, are being considered as part of ongoing inquiries. Officials have pledged to provide updates as more details become available and to ensure a thorough review of the circumstances surrounding the fall [citation: Sverdlovsk region interior ministry].
In related regional coverage, authorities remind the public about the risks associated with attempting to traverse utility wires and other dangerous structures. Safety experts advise staying clear of electrical infrastructure and reporting any hazards to emergency services promptly. The incident underscores the importance of vigilance in residential districts and the need for quick response to ensure medical care and safety for residents. Ongoing investigations will aim to determine the sequence of events and any contributing factors that led to the fall [citation: regional safety department].
Earlier in the year, a separate case in Saratov involved an individual attempting to escape from operational services and losing life in a similar hazardous scenario, highlighting a troubling pattern of risky behavior in urban settings and the critical role of timely, professional intervention.