17.07.2025

Incident: Firefighters Rescue Trapped Cow in Talog

Firefighters from Carmarthen and Newcastle Emlyn Fire Stations rescued a trapped cow in Talog on Wednesday, July 16th.

By Steffan John

Categories



Firefighters from Carmarthen and Newcastle Emlyn Fire Stations rescued a trapped cow in Talog on Wednesday, July 16th.

At 7.28pm on Wednesday, July 16th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Carmarthen and Newcastle Emlyn Fire Stations were called to an incident in Talog in Carmarthenshire.

Crews responded to one cow that had become stuck down a steep embankment.  Crews utilised lines, small tools and machinery to successfully free the cow and assisted it up the embankment.  The cow was then assessed by and left in the care of a veterinarian that was on scene.

Crews left the scene at midnight.






Become an On-Call Firefighter and Make a Real Difference

On-Call Firefighters are an essential part of our Service and your community.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is currently recruiting On-Call Firefighters at all our On-Call Fire Stations.

The role of an On-Call Firefighter provides many opportunities for personal and professional development, through training, teamwork, leadership and problem solving.  On-Call Firefighters receive payment for their services, including retainer fees and call-out payments, supplementing their income from other employment.

Previous Article