Durban Rescue team save Egyptian Geese trapped in oil bunker
The two birds will undergo a thorough examination and receive necessary treatment during their rehabilitation process at The Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow).
IN an unusual and heartwarming rescue operation, Durban’s Search and Rescue Police Unit was called to Durban Harbour’s Bayhead area to assist with a dramatic wildlife rescue yesterday (August 14) to save two Egyptian Geese trapped in a crude oil bunker.
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The alert came in after concerned residents reported about the distressed birds, which had somehow become ensnared in the hazardous environment of the oil bunker.
Responding swiftly to the call, the SAPS Durban Search and Rescue unit arrived at the scene and carefully navigated the challenging conditions to reach the geese.
After a meticulous and delicate operation, the team successfully freed the two Egyptian Geese from their perilous situation.
According to the police Facebook page, the rescued birds, showing signs of distress but otherwise unharmed, were promptly transferred to the care of The Centre for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (Crow).
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At Crow, the geese will undergo a thorough examination and receive the necessary treatment to address any health issues resulting from their ordeal in the oil bunker.
The centre’s experts will work to ensure their full recovery before the birds are safely released back into their natural habitat.
The rescue operation not only highlights the Durban Search and Rescue team’s commitment to saving lives, regardless of whether they belong to humans or wildlife, but also underscores the importance of swift action in crises.
The public is encouraged to report any similar incidents to local authorities to ensure the safety and well-being of wildlife in the area.
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