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Calf rescued after falling into Thames

Oxford Fire and Rescue Service Experts in high visibility jackets surrounding the black cow calf and pulling it to safetyOxford Fire and Rescue Service
The animal was located near Temple Island

A calf has been rescued from the River Thames after falling into the water.

Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service were called to reports of a cow in the water near Henley, at 13:35 BST on Monday.

The animal was located near Temple Island and saved by fire crews and the animal rescue unit.

Local farmers also helped with the rescue "despite some truly horrific weather conditions", Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service added.

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