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One person injured after crane tips over at Vilano Boat Ramp

The St. Johns County Fire and Rescue Department responded to a crane accident in St. Augustine where a crane tipped backward.

The St. Johns County Fire and Rescue Department and St. Augustine Police officers responded to a crane accident in St. Augustine where a crane tipped backward.

One person sustained an arm injury from the accident, which occurred around 10 a.m., and they are out of the crane and on the ground.

The crane was working on piling associated with a new dock being built at the Vilano Boat Ramp.

The contractor, Saboungi Construction Inc., was constructing a dock and lift for SJC Marine Rescue, setting concrete piles when the crane tipped.

No damage is being reported to the dock or ramp.

It's unknown yet if OSHA will investigate the incident.

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