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Rescue operation in the canal: horse rescued from the water unharmed!
A horse got into a factory canal in Winklarn; the fire department successfully rescued it. Important operational details and safety aspects.
Rescue operation in the canal: horse rescued from the water unharmed!
In a dramatic operation, the Winklarn volunteer fire department managed to rescue a horse from a factory canal. The animal got into the awkward position and was unable to free itself, which is why concerned residents alerted the fire department. They came out immediately and ensured that the horse was taken care of by a veterinarian. Thanks to careful planning of the rescue measures and the support of the Amstetten fire department, a crane and a large animal rescue kit, the horse was rescued from the water unharmed. The operation highlighted the importance of special equipment and teamwork in animal rescue, which is also what exxpress reports.
Fire departments like the Winklarner are increasingly taking care of rescue operations for horses, which has developed into an important area of operations in Germany in recent years. More and more fire departments are equipped with suitable equipment to act quickly in emergency situations. These rescue operations require close collaboration between firefighters and veterinarians to best help the animals. Peter Berger, deputy commander of the Pöring Volunteer Fire Department, reports on over 30 successful rescue operations in his area. These usually occur in cases where the ground is softened by rain or the animals are stuck in ditches, manure pits or other critical situations, as [hooforia describes](https://www.hooforia.com/pferde-und-menschen/reportage/pferderettung-wie-pferde-sicher-aus-notsituationen-befreit- Werden/).
Growing challenges in large animal rescue
The increasing number of missions shows that rescuing horses from emergency situations is becoming more and more the focus of fire departments. However, inadequate training and inadequate equipment can lead to unsafe rescues, endangering the safety of the animals and the rescue teams. Some fire departments, such as the Hohenkirchen Volunteer Fire Department, have received special training in rescuing large animals. This training is offered by the company ComCavalo and includes both theoretical and practical elements in which the helpers practice with a horse dummy. The importance of proper equipment and understanding of horse behavior is emphasized, as recognized in an article by pferde.de.
Fire departments are also prepared not only to use rescue techniques when rescuing horses, but also to ensure the health of the animals after rescue. The time required for a successful rescue can be between 20 and 30 minutes, provided the horse can breathe. After liberation, a health check follows to record injuries and initiate appropriate further treatment. In Germany in particular, special trailers are required for the transport of injured animals in order to ensure the safe transfer of horses.
The missions are free of charge for the horse owners, which underlines the willingness of the volunteers, who act out of conviction and joy in helping. Breathtaking rescue operations, such as those carried out by the Winklarn fire department, show how important well-organized cooperation is in animal rescue and that it is worth investing in special equipment and training.