Firefighter crawls across frozen pond to rescue dog
A dramatic ice rescue in Rhode Island saved a golden retriever named Phoenix. Watch the heroic firefighter crawl across a frozen pond in a viral video. Read the full story.
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Huge Rescue Op for Missing Family in Withernsea Sea
A massive multi-agency rescue operation is underway off the East Yorkshire coast after reports of a family in trouble. Coastguard teams battle horrendous conditions. Follow live updates.
RSPCA's 2025 wackiest animal rescues revealed
The RSPCA has unveiled its list of the most bizarre animal rescues of 2025, featuring a fox in a chair, a puffin blown 110 miles inland, and a kitten in a sewage works. Discover the incredible stories of survival.
Crane collapses in Gold Coast storm, holiday park evacuated
A 30-tonne crane toppled in severe winds at Southport, forcing an evacuation at Broadwater Tourist Park. No injuries reported as emergency crews secure the area. Read the latest updates.
JCB used in dramatic seal rescue on Orkney island
A stranded seal pup was dramatically rescued from rocks at a Westray ferry terminal using a JCB. Read how teamwork between marine medics and a salmon firm saved the day.
Love Island's Laura Crane surfs monster wave in record attempt
Former Love Island contestant Laura Crane may have surfed the biggest wave ever by a woman in Portugal. The 30-year-old's incredible 30mph ride is now being assessed for a Guinness World Record.
UK surfer could break female big wave world record
Devon's Laura Crane may have surfed the biggest wave ever ridden by a woman in Portugal. Guinness World Records are now assessing her historic ride. Read the full story.
British surfer Laura Crane targets women's world wave record
Devon's Laura Crane may have surfed the biggest wave ever by a woman at Nazaré. Guinness is assessing if she beat the 73.5ft record. Read her incredible story.
UK surfer Laura Crane may have broken world wave record
Devon's Laura Crane may have surfed the biggest wave ever by a woman in Portugal. Awaiting official confirmation, she describes the 'perfect' Nazaré swell. Read her incredible story.
New Texas sanctuary protects endangered whooping cranes
A major conservation victory in Texas protects over 3,300 acres of vital winter habitat for the endangered whooping crane, securing a future for the rare species. Discover the story of survival.
Family rescued after sky dining crane malfunctions
A family was dramatically rescued after their 'sky restaurant' crane malfunctioned, leaving them suspended 125ft in the air. Read the full global briefing for December 1st.
Sky diners stranded 120ft after crane malfunction
A family's aerial dining experience turned into a four-hour nightmare when a hydraulic failure left them suspended 120ft above ground in Kerala. Read the full rescue story.
15-year-old rescued from 36-storey crane in Jerusalem
Dramatic rescue operation saves teenager who spent seven hours dangling from crane 36 stories high. Fire teams scale building in morning operation. Read the full story.
Teenager's 8-hour crane standoff in Adelaide
A 19-year-old man caused major disruption after an 8-hour crane climb in Adelaide. Armed with cable ties, he was 70m high before police negotiators secured his descent. Read the full story.
BASE jumper rescued in dramatic Moab helicopter operation
A BASE jumper was dramatically rescued after being pinned to a Utah cliff face by a parachute. Watch the perilous helicopter hoist operation that saved their life.
Man rescued from Manchester river in 2am emergency
Dramatic overnight rescue in Manchester as firefighters save a man from the River Medlock. Emergency services praised for swift response. Read the full story.
Alaska Governor rescues fishermen in Bering Sea emergency
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy turns rescuer during dangerous Bering Sea mission, helping save four fishermen from treacherous waters near Bethel in extraordinary emergency operation.
British women stranded in Himalayas as army rescue fails
Exclusive: Three British and Irish women remain trapped in Nepal's treacherous Hidden Valley as military rescue teams face extreme weather and dangerous terrain in desperate bid to reach them.
SF cliff rescue: Dog saved from 300ft fall
A daring helicopter rescue operation saved a dog that fell 300 feet down a San Francisco cliff, with emergency crews working tirelessly through challenging conditions.
Human chain rescues woman from sinking car
Dramatic footage captures the moment quick-thinking strangers formed an impromptu human chain to save a trapped driver as her vehicle submerged in South Carolina waters.
NYPD officers execute dramatic Harlem River rescue
In a dramatic late-night operation, NYPD officers pulled a man from the treacherous waters of the Harlem River in a heart-stopping rescue mission caught on bodycam footage.
Family rescued from quicksand in Morecambe Bay drama
Emergency services pull four family members from dangerous quicksand during dramatic Morecambe Bay rescue operation near Silverdale. Coastguard and fire crews respond to coastal emergency.
Cat's adorable reaction to tree rescue goes viral
A viral video captures the emotional moment a ginger cat is rescued after 48 hours stuck up a tree, showing incredible feline gratitude that's melting hearts worldwide.
Hero uses JCB digger to save man from drowning in river
In an incredible display of quick thinking, a construction worker used a JCB digger to rescue a man struggling in a swollen river in Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Heroic Rescue Saves Dog From California Storm Waters
Incredible rescue mission saves drowning dog from treacherous California river currents during severe storm, as emergency crews risk their lives in heart-stopping water operation.
Salford City fans scale 50m crane in ticket price protest
Two Salford City supporters climbed a 50-metre crane overlooking Peninsula Stadium in a dramatic protest against ticket prices, causing emergency service response and match disruption.
Florida worker rescued from 80-foot crane ordeal
A construction worker in Florida faced a heart-stopping 80-foot plunge after his shipping pallet became trapped in crane machinery, leading to a dramatic two-hour rescue operation by Jacksonville Fire Department.
Chinese climbers rescued from Everest's north face in Tibet
In a tense high-altitude operation, Chinese authorities rescued two stranded mountaineers from Mount Everest's treacherous north face in Tibet, highlighting the ongoing dangers of the world's highest peak.
Shorts-wearing walker rescued from Ben Nevis in storm
A walker wearing only shorts was dramatically rescued from Britain's highest peak after being caught in severe weather conditions during Storm Amy. The shocking incident highlights the dangers of mountain climbing unprepared.
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