Farmer who is ‘lucky to be alive’ takes time for safety

By Mystique Macomber, Telling the Story Project
Sep 22, 2020
Sep 22, 2020 Updated Feb 10, 2021

Nebraska farmer Dave Endorf talks about an ATV accident that nearly took his life, prompting him to implement safety measures around the farm.
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By Mystique Macomber, Telling the Story Project

David Endorf was distracted when he backed up his ATV over the edge of a dry creek. The Nebraska farmer dropped 7 feet, hitting his head, shoulder and hip. His leg was pinned beneath the overturned four-wheeler, and he had no way to get it off or get out.

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