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Pet Duck Rescued From Ice in Urk After Fire Brigade Called

A 13-year-old coaxed Roelie to shore with bread after crews responded.

Overview

  • A fire engine and an animal ambulance arrived in Urk after a tame duck named Roelie became stuck on the ice.
  • A firefighter wearing a wading suit tried to reach the bird, which managed to break free and evade capture.
  • Owner Willene Wezelman discovered the scene on her way home from school and used bread to lure Roelie ashore.
  • The duck was taken home, warmed up, regained strength, and later rejoined the other young ducks Sjonnie and Duvie.
  • Willene shares care of the ducks with neighbor Rosanne de Boer, and the pair have looked after the trio since last summer.