Derbyshire fire crew rescues swan trapped underwater – and warns of risks posed by swimming in lakes

A fire crew from a Derbyshire town saved a cygnet that had become trapped underwater – and warned those considering swimming in lakes.
By Tom Hardwick
Published 13th Jul 2022, 15:08 BST
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On Monday, July 11, firefighters from the Clay Cross Station noticed that a cygnet was trapped in something hidden underwater.

The crew were eventually able to free the bird – which had gotten caught in fishing line – and said this served as a reminder to everyone of the dangers posed by swimming in ponds and lakes.

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A Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “Even the strongest swimmers can get into difficulty in water. We say that quite a lot and mean it, even if you're a swan.

Luckily, a fire crew was on hand to save the bird from drowning.Luckily, a fire crew was on hand to save the bird from drowning.
Luckily, a fire crew was on hand to save the bird from drowning.

“You really don't know what is lurking beneath the surface so please stay out.

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“On this occasion, Clay Cross Fire Station helped this cygnet who was tangled in fishing line.”

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