The incident occurred on September 16, in the evening hours. Firefighters were dispatched to the village of Dobra, where a kitten had fallen into a well.

The animal was rescued.

Animals often fall into wells, canals or other unsecured depressions in the ground – especially in rural areas or on abandoned properties. This happens because:

  • wells and shafts are unsecured, without covers or fencing;

  • animals look for water or shade without seeing the danger;

  • the lack of lighting and the depth make it difficult for them to get out on their own.

Such situations are life-threatening – an animal may drown, become hypothermic or suffer injuries, and if it is not noticed quickly, it often dies.

That is why it is so important to:

  • secure wells and other depressions with sturdy covers,

  • fence off and mark such places,

  • regularly inspect unused structures.