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Skydiver Rescued at Virginia Tech

Skydiver Rescued at Virginia Tech

The incident occurred just before the school's annual spring football game, shocking thousands of fans in attendance.

The Blacksburg Fire Department used specialized equipment to safely lower the skydiver, who was then treated and released by medical personnel on-site.

Virginia Tech Athletics confirmed the individual is in stable condition and thanked first responders for their swift action.

The dramatic rescue was captured on video and has raised questions about the safety protocols for aerial displays during sporting events.

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Virginia Tech
Public university with the main campus in Blacksburg, Virginia
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American football stadium on the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, VA, US