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Firefighters Rescue Deer from Pond in Botetourt County

11/25/2025

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On November 24, 2025, Botetourt County firefighters rescued an uninjured deer from a pond near the Roanoke Cement plant.
The Fincastle Volunteer Fire Department responded after an Animal Control deputy alerted them to the incident.
Firefighters used a lasso to corral the deer and safely remove it from the water.
The deer was released outside the area and is expected to make a full recovery.

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Story summary

On November 24, 2025, Botetourt County firefighters rescued an uninjured deer from a pond near the Roanoke Cement plant.
The Fincastle Volunteer Fire Department responded after an Animal Control deputy alerted them to the incident.
Firefighters used a lasso to corral the deer and safely remove it from the water.
The deer was released outside the area and is expected to make a full recovery.