Teen Rescued After Falling 40 Feet Into Abandoned Colorado Missile Silo

The 15-year-old sustained minor injuries after being pulled from the decommissioned Titan missile site by emergency crews on New Year's Day.

The teenager fell into an exhaust vent tunnel of a decommissioned Titan missile silo near Watkins, Colorado, while exploring the site with another teen and an adult.
Emergency responders from multiple fire departments, including Sable Altura and South Metro Fire Rescue, collaborated to rescue the teen using a rope system.
The teen fell approximately 40 to 50 feet into shallow water at the bottom of the silo, which helped break his fall and prevent severe injuries.
The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident as a potential trespassing case involving the group of three individuals.
Authorities and rescue teams have issued warnings about the dangers of exploring abandoned missile silos, citing risks such as unstable structures and contamination hazards.