Firefighters rescue 23-year-old horse

Firefighters helped Amber, a 23-year-old horse, back on her feet today after she struggled to stand up. 

Crews were called to a field in Birds Green, Ongar at 10:38am where Amber was found laying down and unable to stand. 

Specialist animal rescue trained firefighters used a our specialist vehicle to help lift Amber and support her weight to help her back on her feet. 

She was left in the care of her owner.