A Great Horned Owl has been rescued by firefighters in Southern California as they battled the ongoing Maria Fire. The Ventura County Fire Department announced the rescue, naming the owl 'Ram' after the Los Angeles Rams American football team.
The owl was found by firefighters patrolling near the town of Somis, who were checking for 'hazard' trees—those damaged by fire that could fall on people or wildlife. The bird has been taken to a rehabilitation centre for treatment and is expected to make a full recovery before being released back into the wild.
The Maria Fire ignited on 31 October and has scorched approximately 10,000 acres. According to Cal Fire, the blaze is now about 90 per cent contained. The rescue highlights the ongoing efforts to protect both people and animals from the devastating wildfires in the region.
