Yahoo News RSPCA and fire crews launch operation to rescue more than 60 sheep stranded on cliff face
A rescue operation to save more than 60 sheep that became stranded on a cliff face in Wales could take days, emergency services have said.
Fire crews and RSPCA teams have saved 36 animals from cliff faces at Mathry, Pembrokeshire, but 30 more are still stuck.
It’s believed the sheep took flight after being scared by a dog off its lead on Monday, prompting a warning for pet owners to take care around livestock.
Rope specialists from the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service joined forces with the RSPCA.
Fantastic work by rescue teams yesterday at Mathry, Pembs – where 40/50 sheep have been stuck upon the sea cliffs.
Around 30/40 sheep were rescued so far and the rescue op continues today. Big thanks to @mawwfire and @DyfedPowys @mawwTechnical @DPruralpolicing pic.twitter.com/r0c0dL1HaW— RSPCA Cymru 🏴 (@RSPCAcymru) April 2, 2019
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The animal protection charity also provided rope teams and support boats, and spent six hours ferrying sheep to safety.
However, the RSPCA said the remaining animals were spread over a wide area.
A statement said: “Due to this being a complex and potentially difficult rescue – because of the large numbers of animals involved – it is expected to take a few days.
“Once again RSPCA Cymru would like to remind dog owners to keep their dogs on a lead around livestock and wildlife.”
