Fall from 12th Floor Stuns China
A 44-year-old woman in southeastern China shocked doctors, her family, and the public after surviving a fall from the 12th floor of a building — and even managing to call for help while lying injured on the ground. The incident occurred on 13 May in Jiangxi province, and has since gained national attention for its near-impossible outcome.
Peng Huifang, a factory cleaner, was helping her husband, who runs a window installation business, seal a balcony for a client. Thinking she was safely inside the room and not exposed to open space, she made the decision to forgo a safety harness — a choice she would come to deeply regret.
Crane Accident Leads to Tragedy
While operating a crane to lift a heavy glass panel, weighing several hundred kilograms, to the 12th floor, the window became entangled in a tree branch. This sudden snag caused the window to plummet, dragging the crane along with it. Peng, who was holding the crane’s remote control, was pulled out of the building in an instant.
During the terrifying fall, Peng reportedly believed she was about to die. An awning a few floors below caught her in a stroke of unbelievable luck and absorbed much of the impact before she hit the ground. The awning likely saved her life.
Immediate Response Despite Injuries
Though Peng couldn’t move, she stayed conscious and shouted to her husband, urging him to call China’s emergency hotline, 120. Paramedics arrived quickly and brought her to the Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University, where doctors began treating her for several serious injuries. She suffered fractures to her right foot, left leg, and lower back, though her upper body remained largely unscathed.
Her condition stunned hospital staff, and one doctor described her survival as incredible. After completing initial surgeries, Peng will undergo more operations in the coming weeks. Doctors are cautiously optimistic, stating she may be able to walk again within six months with proper rehabilitation.
A Wake-Up Call on Workplace Safety
Speaking from her hospital bed, Peng expressed remorse for not wearing a safety harness that day. She said she had assumed she was far enough from the edge and did not realise how exposed she was. She now hopes her experience serves as a warning to others never to take safety protocols lightly, especially when working at heights.
Peng also stressed that she does not hold the client responsible for the accident and does not plan to seek any compensation. She said they caused the accident by failing to handle the equipment properly and felt embarrassed for inconveniencing the client.
Mounting Costs and Public Sympathy
The accident has placed a significant financial burden on Peng’s family. Medical costs have already exceeded 70,000 yuan (about USD $10,000), and further expenses are expected as she continues her treatment. The family is now seeking financial help from the public to support her recovery.
Peng’s story has drawn widespread public sympathy in China, both for her resilience and the stark reminder of the dangers posed by everyday workplace risks. Her survival has been described by many as nothing short of a miracle — and a lesson on the importance of never overlooking basic safety measures.
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