Fire brigade saves horse in Gelsenkirchen - veterinarian provides quick help!

Fire brigade saves horse in Gelsenkirchen - veterinarian provides quick help!

An extraordinary commitment of the Gelsenkirchen fire brigade occurred on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, when it was called for a unique attempt to rescue in Beckhausen. A horse owner had reported an urgent problem: her horse had fallen and could no longer raise herself. Such operations are not commonplace, and they require both skills and the right equipment to gently treat the animals.

After the emergency call had been received, the fire brigade quickly made its way to the hallway. The emergency services were well equipped with a fire -fighting vehicle and a small operating vehicle. On site it turned out that a veterinarian had been called in to take care of the injured horse. This initially ensured drug care and thus established the prerequisite for further help from the fire brigade. It was important to stabilize the animal sufficiently before trying to move.

rescue with a wheel loader

The fire brigade was able to fall back on the support of a neighbor's support to help the horse back on its feet. Fastened in lifting belts, the animal was carefully raised and erected again. Such a technology ensures that the horse is not injured further while being patiently brought into an upright position.

After the horse was stabilized, the vet took over the further medical care. The animal's owner was also present and took care of the search for a better parking space and the permanent care of the horse to ensure that it recovered quickly.

This incident not only shows the use of fire brigade and veterinarians, but also the valuable cooperation within the community. Again and again it turns out that in emergencies, quick decisions and good cooperation between different actors can be decisive. This is particularly important in situations in which the well -being of animals is at stake.

The fire departments of the Gelsenkirchen fire brigade are available for further questions. The contact person, Michael Axinger, can be reached by phone at 0209/1704 905 or by email to michael.axinger@gelsenkirchen.de. The fire brigade remains ready to help with similar incidents and ensure that both humans and animals receive the required support in emergency situations.

More about special operations by the Gelsenkirchen fire brigade and other developments can be found in future reports. Such operations illustrate the importance of fire departments in the area of animal rescue, which are often not the focus of the public, but still play an important role.