West Metro Horse Rescue

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On February 3rd, 2023 West Metro Fire Rescue responded to a horse rescue with a mare that got stuck in the ice in the neighborhood near C-470 & Belleview Ave. The owner of the horse set up rescuers for success by breaking up ice to aid in the extraction the animal. However, the horse was just too weak to climb out by herself. So, Firefighters assisted until the horse was out. After a few minutes, she was able to stand up and walk back to the barn, and a full recovery is anticipated.

Units on Scene: District 2, SAM 2, Engine 9 & Medic 12

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue

Photo courtesy of West Metro Fire Rescue