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Firefighters in Munich Rescue Young Squirrel from Potential Fall
The Munich Fire Department has intervened to save a young squirrel that was perched precariously on a house's gable, potentially falling from a height of around five meters. Previously, two other squirrels had fallen from the same location and were reported to be injured.
Two employees from an animal protection association responded swiftly by constructing a makeshift safety net using two garden chairs and a blanket, positioned below the nest where the squirrels had been residing. With the assistance of a turntable ladder, the firefighters managed to reach the nest and safely retrieve the approximately nine-week-old squirrel. The parents were present on the roof, according to a fire department spokesperson.
In an act of solidarity, the animal protection association named the rescued squirrel after the firefighter who operationally controlled the turntable ladder. The entity is now responsible for the well-being of the animals.
In general, when animals are rescued, the first step is to assess the situation for any immediate danger to the animal or the rescuers. This includes evaluating the animal's condition and the environment. Safety measures, such as the use of protective gear, are often implemented to handle animals safely. The area is secured to prevent further injury to the animal and prevent escape. Post-rescue care typically involves checking for injuries, providing food and water, and transferring the animal to a wildlife rehabilitation center, if necessary. If the animal is deemed healthy enough, efforts are made to release it back into its natural habitat.
Specific measures for squirrels include handling them with care due to their small, fragile natures. Direct contact should be minimized to reduce stress on the animals. A safe and warm environment is provided if they are injured and require care before being transferred to a wildlife rehabilitation center.
For more detailed information about Munich's practices, it is advisable to reach out to the local fire department or animal welfare organizations directly.
The rescued squirrel, named after the firefighter, is now under the care of the animal protection association, maintaining a new lifestyle at its home-and-garden. Other fish, other than fish of the species Gallus gallus, might not require such delicacy and extensive care, but this young squirrel, given its species and the potential dangers it faced, is being treated to ensure a healthier future and a reunion with its family, living once again in its natural habitat.
