23.02.2007

Crane collapse in Grand Rapids

A lattice boom crawler crane with 350 foot boom operating in Port Sheldon near Grand Rapids, fell into a nearby building yesterday. It was not working at the time of the accident.

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The crane was not operational at the time of the collapse

The crane was being used to install new emissions control equipment at one of the three Power Plants at the Consumers Energy’s Campbell Complex just before 7am.
Approximately 100 people were inside the building at the time. They all were accounted for, and one was taken to a hospital for treatment of a minor injury.

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High winds are thought to be the cause

Although there is an investigation, early reports suggest that high winds were to blame.

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The crane operating before the collapse