Compassion amid floods: Dog rescued at Sukkur Barrage

After hours of rescue work, the dog was safely brought back on land using a net.


Web Desk August 15, 2013
The dog battled against the current for hours.

SUKKUR: The recent monsoon rains and heavy flooding in Pakistan have left dozens dead and thousands homeless, but one lucky pooch in Sukkur survived drowning on Thursday, thanks to the heroic efforts of local authorities.

In a rare show of compassion and efficiency, a drowning dog was rescued by Department of Irrigation officials when it was spotted battling the strong currents at gate number three of the Sukkur Barage, Express News reported on Thursday.

The dog was seen to be putting up a fight for his survival, and soon a large crowd gathered near the barrage’s gate. At this point, workers from the Irrigation Department risked their lives to get to the water's edge and begin rescue efforts.

After hours of rescue work, the dog was safely brought back on land using a net.

COMMENTS (7)

Faraz | 11 years ago | Reply

Humanity is first in Islam, we have neglected this part, that's why we are in a terrible state, Salam to these compassion people, we need more and more people like this

Vorador | 11 years ago | Reply

This made my day.

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