Construction Worker Injured After Falling Into 20 Foot Deep Trench in Houston

Quick Facts:

Where: A construction site near Treaschwig Road and Aldine Westfield Road in Houston, Harris County, TX

What Happened: One worker was injured after falling into a 20 foot deep trench

Participants:

• Construction Worker

Reported Injuries/Fatalities:

• Construction Worker, Undisclosed Injuries

Details:

A construction worker was injured after they fell into a 20 foot deep trench at a construction site located near the intersection of Treaschwig Road and Aldine Westfield Road in Houston, Harris County, TX. First responders report the accident took place on the afternoon of Friday, February 14, 2025. Traffic was shut down in the area while fire and rescue worked to remove the man from the trench. He was reported to be coherent and communicating after being removed. Investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.