The incident took place on Friday, June 26. The alarm was raised at 9:42 p.m. The call concerned a local hazard and a cat hit by a vehicle on the road.
At this point, no details have been provided about the circumstances of the incident or the animal’s condition. It is also unknown whether the cat survived and whether it was placed in the care of a veterinarian or the appropriate services.
Interventions of this kind are a reminder, however, that the work of firefighters—both professional and volunteer—is not limited solely to extinguishing fires. Units also regularly respond to road accidents, remove the effects of storms, provide medical assistance, secure accident scenes, and handle incidents involving animals.
What should we do when we see an animal hit by a vehicle on the road? First and foremost, we should ensure our own safety and not stop the vehicle in a way that creates a hazard for other road users. If possible, it is worth securing the scene and calling the emergency number 112 or the appropriate services.
We should not approach an injured animal carelessly—even a calm animal may behave unpredictably under the influence of pain. If the situation allows, it is advisable to observe the animal from a safe distance until help arrives.
The intervention in Kliczków shows that calls to the services concern not only people and major incidents. Sometimes a call concerns a single animal—but for the person who noticed it, such help is also important.