Zhengzhou Man Was Crushed To Death By Lifting The Car With A Jack To Prevent Rain From Flooding

According to the China Weather Network, from August 21 to 22, heavy rainfall in Henan will strike again, which is the strongest rainfall process in northern Henan since July 20. The reporter learned that in response to this heavy rainfall, many people in Henan used bricks to raise cars to prevent floods. Among them, it was reported on the Internet that a citizen of Zhengzhou used a jack to lift the car to prevent the car from being flooded by a heavy rain.

The online video showed that many residents in the community were onlookers near the vehicle after the incident. One resident said in the video, “Because of the forecast rain, I was afraid that the car would be soaked by the rain and the vehicle would be smashed to death by myself.” . The reporter then contacted the video blogger and found that the other party had been set up as a private account.
The reporter was informed that the incident area was located in Erqi District, Zhengzhou City. A community worker confirmed the incident to reporters. He said that in order to prevent the car from being soaked, the citizen went downstairs on the evening of the 20th and was going to prop up the car. Unexpectedly, an accident occurred and the neighbor who was not passing by until the next morning Call the police after discovery.
The above-mentioned staff also said that the citizen lived in the community alone, and he was 59 years old this year. After the incident, the staff were actively carrying out the aftermath. According to a person familiar with the matter, he participated in police assistance work during the flood control period.
“Usually, a jack is used to support a tire first, and then a brick is placed underneath to build it up, but he should have used two jacks and jacked up the two front wheels of the car at the same time. After he got in , The jack was tilted, and the car hit his chest.” A community resident said.
The relevant person in charge of the Zhengzhou Red Cross Water Voluntary Rescue Team reminded that citizens are not recommended to use bricks to raise cars by themselves. Improper operation can easily lead to accidents, ranging from vehicle damage to casualties. Citizens can park their cars in high-lying areas for flood prevention. If it is really necessary to raise the car, they should also operate under the guidance or assistance of professionals.