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Small crane tips over at CityCenter, injures operator and stops traffic on the Strip

By Mary Manning · June 13, 2008 · 2:51 PM

A small crane tipped over at the CityCenter construction site, injuring the operator's hand and closing the Las Vegas Strip traffic between Harmon Avenue and Monte Carlo between 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. today, said Kevin Chapman of the Clark County Fire Department.

Work was suspended about 1:30 p.m. and traffic was stopped on the Strip.

The injured worker was treated at the scene and released, Chapman said.

Discussion: 2 comments so far...

  1. By SPFPAUNIONYES
    6/13/08 at 5:25 p.m.
    Suggest removal

    Memorial Site to Bring Awareness
    to The Safety Issues at
    MGM Mirage
    City Center Project
    and all other Las Vegas Construction Sites!

    http://www.spfpalocal7777.org/SAFETYFIRS...

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