Unoccupied vehicle rolls into Cottonwood Creek

No one was injured after a vehicle went into Cottonwood Creek yesterday.

Nelson Fire and Rescue and Nelson Police responded at roughly 6:30 PM and confirmed with the owner that no one was in the vehicle. It was parked when the owner noticed it rolling away.

A boat was used to prepare the vehicle with chain anchor points before Western Towing removed it. No other damage was reported and no environmental hazards were apparent.

You’re reminded to have your parking break on.

Crews remove a vehicle from Cottonwood Creek on June 18 (Supplied by Nelson Fire and Rescue Services)

 

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