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Construction Workers Rescued After Scaffolding Gives Way 8 Stories High

DENVER (CBS4) - There were some scary moments for two Denver construction workers after the pair had to be rescued when their scaffolding gave out eight stories above the ground.

The incident happened Saturday morning at building near South Parker Road and East Iliff Avenue.

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The Denver Fire Department showed up and raised a basket to reach the stranded men. Both were lowered to safety.

Nobody was injured but the building may have some minor damage.

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