2 workers rescued after becoming trapped in a trench under concrete

(FOX 11)

Two workers were rescued from a trench under a section of concrete after becoming trapped Tuesday afternoon.

Los Angeles firefighters responded to the 5300 block of N. Tyrone Avenue in Sherman Oaks at about 3 p.m.

One of the rescued workers was taken to the hospital in fair condition after suffering moderate injuries, according to the L.A. Fire Department. The second worker was taken to a local trauma center in critical condition.

(FOX 11)

Neither of the two workers have been identified.

No further details were immediately known. The cause of the incident is under investigation.

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