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.
Category : Search result: river rescue hero
20% Off 2026 European River Cruises with Riviera Travel
Riviera Travel slashes 20% off 2026 European river cruises on the Danube, Rhône & Rhine from £1,849. Book by 30 Jan for luxury travel with VIP service.
20% off 2026 European River Cruises with Riviera Travel
Riviera Travel offers 20% off 2026 European river cruises on the Danube, Rhône, and Rhine. Enjoy VIP treatment, luxury travel, and all-inclusive packages from just £1,849. Book by 30th January.
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.
Woman's body found in Beccles river, death 'unexplained'
Norfolk Police are investigating after a woman's body was recovered from the River Waveney in Beccles. Officers are appealing for information about her final movements.
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.
River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
Drone rescues OAP from freezing Cheshire river
An 83-year-old man was dramatically rescued from a fast-flowing, freezing river in Cheshire after a police drone located him. The heart-stopping footage shows the vital role of technology in emergency services.
Munich's famed Eisbach river surfing wave removed again
Authorities in Munich have dismantled a makeshift beam installed by surfers to recreate the vanished Eisbach wave, escalating a row over the future of the iconic urban surfing spot.
Officer's Icy Rescue Saves Dog Stuck in Country Club Pond
A heroic police lieutenant waded into a freezing, muddy pond at a Rhode Island country club to save an elderly black dog. The dramatic rescue reunited the pet with its grateful owner. Read the full story of this brave act.
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.
Iraq's Tigris River in danger of disappearing
The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
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.
Emergency search for man in Cwmbran river
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Man Seen in Afon Elwyd River Sparks Police Search
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
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.
Hero father dies saving passengers in train attack
The grieving family of Darren Pencille, who bravely intervened during a violent train attack, speaks out as they thank the public for their overwhelming support following his tragic death.
Hippo's Magical Diwali Swim in Ganges River
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Daring Hudson River rescue saves American swimmer
A 28-year-old American man's dangerous swim across the Hudson River from Manhattan to New Jersey prompted a multi-agency rescue operation after he was spotted struggling in strong currents near Jersey City.
Munich's iconic river surfing wave vanishes
The Eisbach river wave, a legendary urban surfing spot in central Munich, has unexpectedly disappeared following engineering works, devastating the city's vibrant surf culture and sparking urgent investigations.
Huntingdon train hero confronts knifeman on commute
An ordinary commute turned into a life-or-death situation when a courageous passenger confronted an armed man on a Huntingdon train. Read the exclusive interview with the hero who risked his life to protect fellow travellers.
Rail worker hero confronts knifeman at Huntingdon station
A courageous railway employee faced down an armed assailant at Huntingdon station, calmly instructing passengers to flee while he confronted the knife-wielding man in a remarkable act of bravery.
Huntingdon hero saves choking man with rag mop
Quick-thinking Liam Glennon becomes local hero after using an unconventional tool to save a choking man's life during a dramatic emergency in Huntingdon town centre.
Hero train driver's quick thinking averts disaster
A former Royal Navy veteran turned train driver is being hailed as a hero after his swift actions prevented a potential catastrophe on the Huntingdon railway line, showcasing remarkable composure under pressure.
River Revival: Salmon Ladder Success in North Tyne
Discover how conservationists in Northumberland are helping wild salmon overcome man-made barriers on their epic upstream journeys with an ingenious fish ladder solution.
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.
Halloween superhero costume leads to real-life rescue mission
An ordinary Halloween celebration turned into an extraordinary real-life rescue when a man dressed as a superhero found himself saving a stranger's life in a dramatic nighttime emergency.
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.
Page 1 of 4