The firefighters from OSP Nowa Kuźnia carried out an unusual rescue operation. In the area of the town, a doe fell into an old, unsecured well and ended up in the water, unable to reach the surface on her own.
After arriving at the scene, the firefighters assessed the situation. Access to the animal was very difficult, and any careless movement could have caused her even more stress or injuries.
Firefighter Tomasz played a key role during the operation by descending into the flooded well. There were numerous slow worms in the water, but the firefighter remained completely calm and cautious. Thanks to his composure and gentle approach, he managed to safely grasp the exhausted doe and bring her to the surface.
The operation ended happily. After the animal was placed on the grass, the doe quickly regained her strength. After a short while, she stood up and ran toward a nearby forest, returning to her natural habitat.
The firefighters also appeal to residents to secure old wells, tanks, excavations and other dangerous places. Unsecured openings can pose a deadly threat not only to wild animals, but also to children and adults.
This intervention shows that volunteer firefighters provide help every day not only to people, but also to animals that have found themselves in life-threatening situations. Thanks to the firefighters’ quick reaction and courage, the story had a happy ending.
Were the slow worms dangerous for the firefighter?
Slow worms are animals that look like small snakes, but they are not snakes at all. They are legless lizards. They have long, smooth bodies and move similarly to snakes. They are usually brown or grayish. They live in grass, gardens, forests and thickets.
A slow worm is not dangerous to humans. It has no venom and does not attack people. It mainly feeds on snails and earthworms, so it can be useful in the garden. When a slow worm feels threatened, it may shed its tail. This helps it escape from a predator.