DC police, firefighters help rescue deer from icy Potomac River

The Brandywine Valley SPCA Animal Control team, D.C. police and D.C. Fire rescued a deer stranded on the Potomac River Thursday.

The deer was seen near the Key Bridge just after 8 a.m. by community members. They alerted animal control, and they coordinated with emergency responders. 

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The Metropolitan Police Harbor Patrol and DC Fire’s Fireboat crew found the deer and brought if safely to solid ground. They say it ran off, unharmed. 

"Just two weeks into providing Animal Control services for the District, we’re proud to celebrate this successful rescue," said BVSPCA CEO Adam Lamb. "We’re deeply grateful to the community for reporting the deer in distress and to the fearless responders from MPD and DC Fire for saving a life."

Residents needing Animal Control services can contact us at (202) 888-PETS (7387).

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