Two workers found unresponsive in North Texas water tank, officials say

According to the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office, the men were performing routine checks of the area’s water infrastructure.

FORT WORTH, Texas — The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two men were found unresponsive in a water tank, officials say.

Deputies were called at about 5:15 p.m. Friday to help the Parker County Sheriff’s Office after the two men were found in a water tank in the 12000 block of Aledo Road, TCSO said. 

Officials say both men were performing routine checks of the area’s water infrastructure. Coworkers called 911 after they couldn’t reach the two men.

Both men were found unresponsive after rescue crews arrived. Footage of the scene showed a CareFlite helicopter on the ground.

This is a developing story, please check back for updates.

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