Sidmouth firefighters rescue dog from Branscombe cliff face

Firefighters from Exmouth and Sidmouth rescued a dog stuck on a cliff near Branscombe on Tuesday (25 April).

Crews were called out at 9.20pm and the rescue lasted into the early hours of Wednesday.

They rescued the dog, which was around 10 to 15 metres above the beach, using a ladder, harnesses and a canine snare.

A Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "Fire control received a call from HM Coastguard requesting our assistance with a dog that was stuck on a cliff near Branscombe.

"Following attempts by Coastguard to rescue the dog using different methods, they were unfortunately unable to reach the dog. 

"Control informed an animal rescue tactical advisor who contacted coastguard officers on scene to get an understanding of the situation. Based on information fed from scene to the officer, the officer attended the incident to see what resources would need to be mobilised by control.

"The officer confirmed one fire appliance from Sidmouth and the animal rescue team from Exmouth were required.

"They successfully rescued one dog safe and well using a 13.5m ladder, safety-at-height harnesses and a canine snare. Once the dog was rescued, it was reunited with its owner."