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Heroic Rescue: Horse Freed from Bridge After 4-Hour Effort

2/23/2025

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A heroic rescue unfolded in West Dorset on Saturday when a horse plunged through a wooden bridge. Fire crews dedicated four grueling hours to free the distressed animal, even dismantling parts of the bridge. Miraculously, the horse emerged with only minor injuries and received a thorough check-up from a vet, ensuring its swift recovery.

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Story summary

A heroic rescue unfolded in West Dorset on Saturday when a horse plunged through a wooden bridge. Fire crews dedicated four grueling hours to free the distressed animal, even dismantling parts of the bridge. Miraculously, the horse emerged with only minor injuries and received a thorough check-up from a vet, ensuring its swift recovery.