ATLANTA – What started as a fun day of sledding in Atlanta’s rare snowy weather nearly ended in disaster when a young boy tumbled down a steep hill and got stuck by a creek.
The incident happened on January 10 in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood, where snow had blanketed the ground, creating a picturesque but treacherous winter scene.
Witnesses quickly called for help after the boy slipped down a snowy embankment near Peachtree Creek. First responders from Atlanta Police and Fire Departments rushed to the scene, working against the clock in the freezing cold to rescue the child.
When rescuers reached the boy, they found him scared, in pain, and unable to climb back up the steep, slippery hill. Using a rope system, the team carefully brought him back to safety, where he was placed on a stretcher and taken to a nearby hospital. Despite being in serious pain, the boy’s injuries were not life-threatening, and he was reported to be in stable condition.
The rescue unfolded on a day when Atlanta saw unusually harsh winter weather, with temperatures only hitting a chilly high of 35 degrees—nearly 20 degrees colder than usual. Snow and ice caused havoc across the city, leading to hundreds of car accidents as roads turned dangerously slick.
The Atlanta Police Department praised the teamwork and dedication of first responders who braved the elements to ensure the boy’s safety. “No matter the weather, when our community needs help, we answer the call,” they said in a statement.
What could have been a heartbreaking tragedy was turned into a story of resilience and teamwork, reminding everyone to stay safe during rare Southern snowstorms.
