Overview
- On Thursday evening, a white horse that had run loose became stuck ankle-deep in a stream near Lage in North Rhine-Westphalia.
- When the animal could not free itself from the muddy bank, firefighters called in a district-owned telescopic loader to provide the necessary power.
- Under veterinary supervision, crews fitted the horse with a specialized harness to allow for a gentle, controlled lift.
- After being hoisted out, the horse underwent a medical inspection that found no injuries and was returned safely to its owner around midnight.
- The late-evening operation involved personnel from multiple local fire brigades working together to secure a successful outcome.