Horse Rescued From Manure Pit

In a unique rescue operation on Monday (July 7), the Robert Fulton Fire Company saved a horse trapped in a manure pit in Little Britain Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Responding to a call at around 8:20 a.m., the fire company found the horse stuck up to its neck in manure on the 200 block of Cedar Hill Road. Firefighters used rescue slings and a crane truck to carefully lift the horse to safety.

The horse was uninjured, and the rescue was successful, thanks to the fire company's recent training exercises. The team had practiced similar scenarios using a dummy horse, which proved invaluable during the real-life rescue. Fire Chief Dan Appel expressed pride in the team's preparedness, stating, "We train for everything."

The rescue operation was supported by local businesses, with Lancaster FleetPride donating the rescue slings and SS Diesel Equipment providing the crane truck. The fire company emphasized the importance of community support and training in handling such emergencies.

While the exact cause of the horse's predicament remains unclear, the incident highlights the potential hazards on livestock farms, where manure pits are commonly used to store animal waste for fertilizer. The fire company's swift and effective response ensured the horse's safety, demonstrating the value of their rigorous training and community collaboration.