Chargers express gratitude to Dallas Fire-Rescue for rescuing trapped players from hotel elevator

Alex Parker

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Chargers players and staff trapped in hotel elevator, rescued by Dallas Fire-Rescue.

Why it matters: The incident temporarily disrupted the Chargers' preparations for their preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys and highlighted the importance of emergency response teams in ensuring safety.

The Chargers expressed gratitude to Dallas Fire-Rescue for their quick response and efforts in rescuing those trapped in the elevator.

What's new: Several Los Angeles Chargers players and members of the traveling party were stuck in a hotel elevator at The Westin hotel in downtown Dallas. Dallas Fire-Rescue came to their aid and helped them crawl through a ceiling panel to reach an adjacent elevator.

  • The elevator was stuck between the third and 15th floors of the hotel.
  • A technician's attempt to fix the elevator was unsuccessful, leading to the involvement of Dallas Fire-Rescue's Urban Search and Rescue team.
  • Approximately 15 people, including unidentified Chargers players, were involved in the incident.

Yes, but: Despite the unexpected delay, Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh went above and beyond to show appreciation for the Dallas Fire-Rescue staff. He invited them to the team meal room to share a meal together.

What to watch: The Chargers are scheduled to finish their preseason against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The incident may have an impact on their preparations and focus for the upcoming game.

What's next: The regular season opener for the Chargers is set to take place on September 8 against the Las Vegas Raiders. They will need to regroup and ensure that the incident does not affect their performance going forward.

The bottom line: While the elevator incident caused a temporary disruption, the swift response and assistance from Dallas Fire-Rescue ensured the safety of the individuals involved. The Chargers expressed their gratitude and continued their preparations for the upcoming games.

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