In a show of grit and timely response by the San Francisco Fire Department, a dog found itself narrowly escaping the worst after taking a harrowing 80-foot plunge at Fort Mason. SFFD crews swiftly swooped in Thursday night to rescue the canine, which had fallen from a trail straight to the water's edge, according to KRON4.
Despite the scare, the outcome was a slice of luck for the dog, which managed to survive the ordeal, albeit in critical condition. The rescue team had to quickly administer care before rapidly getting the injured pet to an emergency veterinary hospital. Details on how the dog managed to slip and fall were not immediately forthcoming, as officials kept to just the facts about the rescue.
Images documenting the rescue operation made their rounds on social media, with the SFFD posting photos of their coastal and heavy rescue crews at work. The gripping scene of the rescue could be seen in a video shared by the department, capturing the tense moments that unfolded at the popular spot nestled between San Francisco’s Marina District and Fisherman’s Wharf.
The SFFD later took to social media to publicly share details of the incident. "A dog was rescued at Fort Mason tonight after falling an estimated 80 feet from the trail to the water's edge," the San Francisco Fire Department’s Media posted, highlighting their coastal and heavy rescue crew's efforts in the operation. The time-stamped post, raising awareness about the dangers of the scenic yet perilous routes, was made at 7:09 p.m. the night of the rescue.
A dog was rescued at Fort Mason tonight after falling an estimated 80 feet from the trail to the water's edge. #SFFD Coastal and Heavy Rescue Crews provided care to the critically injured dog, who was taken to a local Emergency Veterinary Hospital. pic.twitter.com/zesfXqGMGE
— SAN FRANCISCO FIRE DEPARTMENT MEDIA (@SFFDPIO) December 22, 2023
The dog's current condition remains undisclosed, but thanks to the speed and expertise of the SFFD, it seems this furry San Franciscan will live to bark another day.
