Farmers injured in incident with bull in Grieskirchen

Farmers injured in incident with bull in Grieskirchen

On Friday afternoon, an incident occurred in the Grieskirchen district that brought a 48-year-old farmer into a critical situation. The farm on which the man worked became the scene of a tragic but not everyday accident when a bull pressed him against a wooden wall.

The farmer had intended to provide the foot of an injured bull. With the aim of bringing the animal into a delimited area for the necessary treatment, he encountered unforeseen difficulties. When he tried to push the bull, the animal suddenly paused what led to a dangerous situation. At that moment another bull was added and pressed the man against the wall, which required immediate attention.

rescue measures and use of the air rescue service

After the farmer survived the incident, he managed to leave the box in which the animals were kept independently. His wife, who followed the dramatic events, reacted prudently and immediately called the emergency services. The quick reaction was crucial to ensure adequate medical care.

A rescue helicopter, called Europe 3, was mobilized to transport the injured farmer to the nearby Wels hospital. According to a police press release on Saturday, the injured person was immediately taken care of. It remains to be seen how severe the injuries are, but the quick use of professional help in such situations is of the greatest importance.

The incident impressively shows the potential dangers associated with the work of cattle and underlines how important it is to be vigilant at all times. Further information on this incident can be read in a report by Volksblatt.at become.