Professional Palm Desert Tree Trimmer Gets Stuck In Tree

PALM DESERT, CA -- A tree trimmer was rescued Saturday after becoming stuck in a palm tree. Riverside County Fire officials said the incident was reported at 12:06 p.m. in the 40200 block of Barrington Drive.

Ten firefighters were dispatched to rescue the man who was stuck about 30 to 40 feet at the top of the palm tree, officials said.

The tree trimmer was rescued and brought to the ground without injuries, officials said.

--Photo by David Allen