Overview
- Clery says the incident occurred after her 7‑year‑old climbed the French‑door refrigerator and she posted about the rescue on May 21, saying the 600‑pound unit slammed into her and pinned her against the counter.
- She credits firefighters who forced entry, lifted the appliance off her with three rescuers and transported her to a trauma unit, and she has publicly thanked them for saving her life.
- Emergency medics gave Clery fentanyl for extreme pain and she, a recovering addict, reported that the dose relieved pain without triggering cravings; she later said she had bruising and soreness but no broken bones.
- Clery alleges the fridge was not properly mounted after recent work, calls the installation negligent and says she intends to pursue legal action against the contractors responsible.
- The case has focused attention on tip‑over risks from large, freestanding refrigerators, the need for secure anchoring during installation, and how appliance stability and installer practices can affect child safety at home.