Electrical Contractor Electrocuted at Odem Little League Field

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An electrical contractor was electrocuted at the little league field in Odem, Texas on Thursday morning. The contractor was working on a project to upgrade the field's lighting when the accident occurred. According to the Odem mayor, the contractor came into contact with an electrical panel while standing in water, causing the electrocution. The contractor was unresponsive for a period of time before being revived, and remains in serious condition awaiting transport by Halo Flight.

Why it matters

This tragic accident highlights the importance of workplace safety, especially for contractors working on infrastructure and construction projects. The lighting upgrade was part of an economic development initiative for the city, underscoring how such incidents can impact community projects and investments.

The details

According to Odem Mayor David Maldonado, crews had been working on a multi-week project to upgrade the lighting at the little league field complex. On the day of the accident, workers were digging at the site when they struck a water line. A crew was called to repair the leak, and once that work was complete, the electrical contractor returned to the job. It was then that the contractor came into contact with an electrical panel while standing in the water, causing the electrocution. The contractor was unresponsive for a period of time before being revived, and remains in serious condition awaiting transport by Halo Flight.

• The accident occurred on Thursday morning, February 12, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The mayor is asking the public to stay away from the little league field area while emergency services continue working the scene. The investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing.