Horse drama on the Alm: Fire brigade saves mare from a predicament!

Horse drama on the Alm: Fire brigade saves mare from a predicament!

Hermagor, Österreich - On January 3, 2025, a remarkable incident occurred in Hermagor when a horse fell into the snack pit of a courtyard. According to fireworld.at this happened around 6:00 a.m. when the animal escaped from its fenced outdoor enclosure. The 24-year-old owner was quickly on hand and received support from the fire brigades Möschach and Hermagor and a veterinarian to save the horse. Fortunately, the animal was unharmed and the emergency services were on site with around 20 men to cope with the risky situation.

Another dramatic event recently took place on the Egger Alm in Carinthia. On Monday, June 6th, a mare that got caught between the bars of a Weideroste - and that with three legs! The fire brigade called the team for rescue, as reported. With a hydraulic spreader and a saber saw, the rescuers managed to bend the metal poles and free the horse. After veterinary care, the mare was able to return to its owner. Tragically, this is not the first time that animals get into such dangers; The pasture east, which was originally intended to protect the animals, often turn out to be dangerous, especially if they are covered with snow or are used in other unfavorable conditions.

Problem of the Weideroste

These grids are intended to prevent cows and horses from escaping from the alpine pasture, but animals and humans repeatedly injure themselves due to the risks associated with it. The circumstances of the last accidents often remain unclear, but it is obvious that the security measures are not always sufficient. Especially during the winter months, when snow hides the grille, riders and animals are involuntarily exposed to great dangers. Experts advise you to be particularly careful and find out about the conditions of the Weideroste to prevent such incidents in the future.