Date: 12th February, 2022
Time: 09:51
Description: We received a call from a member of the public after a female had attempted to climb a tree to retrieve an escaped parrot and in doing so became stuck 18ft up. Technical rescue crews from Trowbridge and Chippenham were mobilised along with fire engines from Warminster and Devizes. Once in attendance Trowbridge crew confirmed only one other fire engine was required so that a 12m ladder could be used to assist the member of the public to safety. We of course understand the emotional attachments to pets of any species, but please take this incident as a reminder of the danger posed by attempting to rescue without any specialist assistance.
Location: Woodlands Edge, West Ashton Road, Trowbridge, UK