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Firefighters safely rescue Kestrel trapped on TV aerial in Ellesmere Port

Firefighters safely rescue Kestrel trapped on TV aerial

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  1. The trapped Kestrel in Station Road, Ellesmere Port1 of 6
  2. Firefighter Paul Long prepares to scale the roof2 of 6
  3. Firefighter Paul Long is strapped to the roof ladder as he heads towards the bird of prey3 of 6
  4. Firefighter Paul Long climbs on the roof with watch manager Phillip Barney on hand4 of 6
  5. Firefighter long uses a hack saw to try to free the bird5 of 6
  6. A balancing act6 of 6
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