Horse rescued from pond near Whitchurch

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A horse was rescued by firefighters after getting stuck in a drainage outlet within a pond near Whitchurch today.

Two crews, including the rescue tender, were sent from Wellington and Wem to Prees Green at 8.25am.

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Shropshire Fire and Rescue Service said one horse was assisted from open water using animal rescue equipment.

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Pic: @SFRS_PDavies

Phil Davies, a duty station manager for the fire service, posted on Twitter: "Great team work today to rescue horse trapped in a drainage outlet within pond. Calm, steady and professional approach ending in quick rescue. All well and happy.

"Thanks to local farmer for offer of help too."

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