Maryland man dies in bizarre electrocution accident

A Maryland resident and his dog reportedly died from electrocution in a bizarre accident over the weekend.

The Anne Arundel County Fire Department released a report Tuesday about the incident, which occurred on June 30. In the statement, officials said a 31-year-old man was electrocuted outside his home in Severn.

Officers were called to the scene after receiving several 911 calls about trees falling during a severe storm. At one point, a tree fell and downed power lines, including wires that fell onto a metal fence surrounding several properties.

“Emergency responders worked together to identify and prioritize the hazards,” the press release said. “During initial assessment of the incident, responders found an adult male suffering from electrical shock injuries.”

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The Anne Arundel County Fire Department responded to the electrocution incident in Severn. (Anne Arundel County Fire Department)

“Emergency responders were able to quickly remove the patient from the danger zone and immediately begin first aid with paramedics and emergency medical technicians from Anne Arundel County.”

According to the Anne Arundel County Fire Department, the man was taken to a hospital but did not survive the incident.

“An adult male was transported to Baltimore Washington Medical Center with serious, life-threatening injuries… (where he) was pronounced deceased,” the statement said.

Officials told WBAL-TV that the man accidentally came into contact with an electric fence while trying to rescue his dog.

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The 31-year-old victim was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. (Anne Arundel County and Rescue)

“This fence was electrified by one of the power cables,” said firefighter Steven Bishop. “Next to the fence was a dog that unfortunately was electrocuted.”

“The dog owner heard the electric shock and ran out to save the dog. Unfortunately, he also suffered an electric shock.”

The firefighter told WBAL-TV that residents should always be cautious when they see a downed power line.

“Never trust a dangling cable,” he said. “If you see a cable, never try to touch it.”

Authorities advise residents to avoid fallen power lines. (Anne Arundel County Fire Department)

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Fox News Digital reached out to the Anne Arundel County Fire Department for comment but did not immediately receive a response.