MARION, Mass. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Marion Fire rescued a horse and a mule that were stuck in the mud over the weekend.
Firefighters responded to Merrow Farm on Converse Road Sunday around 5 p.m. A mule, named Girlie, and a horse, named Tick, were found submerged in the mud.
Both animals were having difficulty breathing because they were buried so deep. Firefighters worked to dig them out reduce pressure on the animals before using tools, like pulleys, to get them out.
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Plymouth county Tech Rescue, Mattapoisett Fire Rescue, and the Plymouth County Large Animal Rescue Team also responded.
"We are pleased to report that both animals are recovering and doing well at this time," Fire Chief Brian Jackvony said. "I’d like to commend all members of the department who worked in this effort to save them. I’d also like to thank Plymouth County Tech Rescue and Mattapoisett Fire for their assistance. All parties worked cohesively for a positive outcome."
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(Photo: Marion Fire Department)