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PGFR rescues dog and owner

Prince George Fire Rescue were called out to LC Gunn Park on Wednesday night to rescue a person who became trapped on a ledge while in the process of trying to rescue a dog.
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Prince George Fire Rescue were called out to LC Gunn Park on Wednesday night to rescue a person who became trapped on a ledge while in the process of trying to rescue a dog.

The dog had fallen over the edge of an embankment and had fractured its leg and the owner became trapped after sliding down the slope but did not sustain any injuries, PGFR said.

A total of seven firefighters from one hall were called to the scene shortly after 10 p.m. and deployed a technical rope rescue to bring the two to safety. The dog was then take to a veterinarian.