45pm, the service was again called to a report of a horse stuck in a ditch near the village of Cheddar.

The Unlikely Heroes of Somerset

In the picturesque countryside of Somerset, a team of emergency responders from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service (DSFRS) proved themselves to be the unlikely heroes of the day. Their bravery and quick thinking saved two large animals from a precarious situation, leaving the community in awe.

The First Rescue: The Cow in the Ditch

At 9:23 am, the on-call emergency services from Street were mobilised to reports of a cow stuck in a ditch in the Street Drove area. The team, comprising of firefighters and paramedics, sprang into action, assessing the situation and determining the best course of action.

The Rescue Effort

The rescue effort was underway, and the crew was making progress in assessing the situation. A 4-foot deep waterlogged area had trapped a horse, but fortunately, the crew deemed it healthy and robust. This assessment was crucial in determining the best course of action for the rescue.

Initial Assessment

The crew conducted a thorough inspection of the stranded horse, taking into account its overall health and condition. The horse was found to be in good spirits, despite being stranded in the waterlogged area. The crew’s initial assessment was that the horse was healthy and robust, which was a significant relief.

Assistance from Telehandlers

The crew requested assistance from a telehandler, which was initially sent from a nearby USAR station. However, the telehandler was ultimately cancelled when a local operator became available. This decision was made to ensure that the rescue effort was carried out efficiently and effectively. The telehandler was a crucial piece of equipment in the rescue effort, providing the necessary support and assistance to the crew. The local operator’s availability was a significant factor in the cancellation of the telehandler’s deployment.