Young Girl Rescued From Well in Marion County, Transported to Hospital

Lexington, KY, September 27, 2026 —

MARION COUNTY – A young girl identified as Baleigh Jo was successfully rescued from a well in Marion County on an unspecified date, according to reports. The rescue operation was conducted by first responders who were dispatched to the scene.

Following her extrication from the well, Baleigh Jo received immediate medical attention. For continued care and evaluation, she was airlifted from the incident location to UK Children’s Hospital, which is located in Lexington.

Details surrounding the circumstances of how Baleigh Jo ended up in the well, the specific timeline of the rescue, and her current condition were not immediately available. The exact date of the incident was also not provided.

First responders from Marion County were integral to the successful rescue operation. Their efforts ensured that Baleigh Jo could be safely brought out of the well and transferred to a medical facility equipped to handle pediatric cases.

UK Children’s Hospital in Lexington is a specialized facility known for providing a range of medical services for young patients. The decision to airlift Baleigh Jo indicates the need for prompt and advanced medical assessment following the challenging rescue.

Further information regarding the incident, including any potential contributing factors or the specific medical status of Baleigh Jo, has not been released by authorities or the hospital. The duration of the rescue operation and the agencies involved beyond “first responders” were also not specified in the available information.

This incident highlights the critical role of emergency services and air medical transport in responding to critical situations within the community.

Story summarized from the original created by WLEX Web Staff on www.lex18.com, see more information here.