FIREFIGHTERS worked through the darkness to rescue four cows who got stuck in water-filled ditch.

An animal rescue team and a crew from Bridgwater was sent to Edington, between Chilton Polden and Shapwick, at just after 6.30pm after reports the animals were stuck.

A Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said crews formulated a plan to rescue the stranded cows after arriving on the scene.

“The cows appeared to have been in this ditch for some time and (crews) got to work quickly to formulate a rescue plan,” they said.

“The cows were successfully rescued from the ditch using protective personal equipment (dry suits), lines, and with the help from a member of the public.”

Crews returned to station before 10pm, they added.

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