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Drone saves calves in Arbesbach: animal rescue with technology!
FF Zwettl used a drone to find calves that had escaped in Arbesbach. Thermal imaging camera helped with the rescue.
Drone saves calves in Arbesbach: animal rescue with technology!
On May 26, 2025, at 10:45 a.m., the drone group of the Zwettl-Stadt Volunteer Fire Department (FF) in Arbesbach, Lower Austria, was alerted. The operation was initiated by Florian NÖ after several calves escaped. A total of 6 members and an MTF Zwettl went out to rescue the animals. The first measure included a briefing with the animals' owners to plan the best approach to locating the lost animals.
To find the calves, the drone search began in the area with fresh cow tracks. With the help of a thermal imaging camera, the first calves were located at 2:30 p.m. This precise detection method is a testament to the capabilities of modern drones, which are equipped with sophisticated sensors to provide effective support in difficult situations. Despite initial success, it turned out that two calves had fled in different directions, complicating the situation.
Supportive measures and challenges
In addition to the FF Zwettl emergency services, other fire departments from Arbesbach, Altmelon, Griesbach, Großpertenschlag, Pretrobruck and Wiesensfeld were alerted. The aim was to prevent the animals from attempting to escape again. During the search, another calf was found by the drone. Unfortunately, it was excited and couldn't be caught. A veterinarian was called to calm the calf and defuse the situation.
The operations manager of the FF Arbesbach was ultimately forced to cancel the operation because the third calf could not be found. However, the drone group proved successful as many animals were repeatedly found thanks to the thermal imaging camera. Residents in Arbesbach were asked to contact the fire department if they saw a stray calf.
The role of drones in modern operational technology
Drones have made remarkable progress in recent years and are increasingly being used in various areas, including animal rescue. According to bestetipps, modern drones enable precise monitoring and support in agriculture and disaster control. With their lightweight frame, which is equipped with high-resolution cameras and sensors, they are able to provide effective help even in regions that are difficult to reach.
The drone used in Arbesbach was equipped with a thermal imaging camera, which played an important role in finding the calves. Such thermographic drones are not only useful in animal rescue, but also in firefighting, disaster monitoring and infrastructure inspection, as Dronen.de reports. Their possible uses are diverse and are constantly increasing.
In summary, it can be said that the use of drones, as in the case of the calf search in Arbesbach, represents a valuable resource for emergency services. They provide advances in mission efficiency and safety and illustrate how technology can make a difference in real-world problem solving.