Man rescuing cow trapped in Kano well

A 40-year-old man and his five-year-old cow became trapped in an old well in Sabon Ruwa Village, Makoda Local Government Area of Kano State. According to the Daily Trust, the incident occurred at about 3:22pm on Wednesday. The cow reportedly fell into the well, prompting its owner, Badamasi Ibrahim, to attempt a rescue.

The owner became trapped while trying to rescue the animal and was unable to climb out. The Kano State Fire Service received a distress report and rushed to the scene. Their personnel successfully rescued both the man and the cow alive. The man experienced breathing difficulties while trapped inside the well.

The Director of the Kano State Fire Service, Alhaji Sani Anas, appealed to the public to avoid entering or diving into wells, warning of serious injuries or death. The fire service urged residents to contact them or other emergency responders promptly in such incidents.

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