>>Appalachian Power Workers Rescue Driver Swept Away by Flood Waters
(Thaxton, VA) -- A Virginia motorist is recovering after three Appalachian Power workers had to rescue him from flood waters in Thaxton. Thomas Cage with more.Preview: Wrap Script:
While restoring power, Jeff Dotson, Cameron Lucy and Tyler Blair saw the driver attempt to cross a flooded road in his jeep. Dotson tells WSET the details.Preview: The vehicle flipped back over and lodged between two trees. Cameron, jumped into the fast-moving waters to reach the driver, who was grabbing onto a tree limb.Preview: Dotson says the trio successfully rescued the driver and all were treated for hypothermia at the hospital.Preview: The workers have since resumed their power restoration work.