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Story summary
- On February 10, 2026, police and fire crews in Massachusetts rescued Rufus after he fell through ice at Mill Pond.
- Responders arrived after a distress call and used drone footage to locate the hole and plan the rescue.
- Firefighters entered the freezing water and lifted Rufus out within 10 minutes to prevent hypothermia.
- Lawless praised the teamwork that enabled the swift rescue.
- Rufus returned home safely with no serious injuries.
