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News Breaking News Breaking: Dramatic Stokes Rescue Operation on Hofstra University Rooftop

Breaking: Dramatic Stokes Rescue Operation on Hofstra University Rooftop

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March 19, 2026 | Hempstead, NY

Authorities have carried out a high-stakes Stokes basket rescue and seizure on the rooftop of Hofstra University's Deane Building. Responders from the Nassau County Police Department and Uniondale Fire Department arrived at the scene on March 19 around 4:22 p.m. The team successfully lowered an individual from the roof using specialized Stokes rescue gear, after which a seizure took place linked to the situation.

(Delayed) NCPD & UFD performed a stokes rescue, seizure on the roof of Deane Building @ Hofstra UnivBreaking: Dramatic Stokes Rescue Operation on Hofstra University Rooftop

Information about the person's health status and the specifics of the seizure remains under wraps. The event, which unfolded on campus grounds, is under active investigation.

This developing story will see updates as further details emerge.

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