Rindge Fire Department Responds to Busy 48 Hours Including Large Animal Rescue
Photo by Courtesy of Rindge Fire DepartmentFirefighters and rescuers work together in snowy conditions to assist an ill horse during a large animal rescue on Old New Ipswich Road.
Photo by Courtesy of Rindge Fire Department Crews use straps and lifting techniques to carefully stabilize and raise the horse so it can receive medical attention.
Photo by Courtesy of Rindge Fire Department Members of the Rindge Fire Department and assisting agencies coordinate efforts during the nighttime rescue operation.
February 27, 2026 — The Rindge Fire Department reported a very active 48-hour period as firefighters responded to 12 calls for service across the community and surrounding areas. Beginning early on February 25, crews handled a wide range of emergencies including EMS calls, fire alarm activations, a service call involving a water issue, and mutual aid coverage for a neighboring fire station in Ashburnham. During the same time frame, Engine 1 was dispatched to Jaffrey for a first-alarm structure fire on Pinecrest Road. One of the most notable incidents occurred on Old New Ipswich Road, where firefighters responded to assist with a large animal rescue involving an ill horse that had become unable to stand. Crews from Rindge worked alongside the New Ipswich Fire Department and their specialized Large Animal Rescue Team to safely lift and stabilize the horse so it could receive medical care. Fire officials noted the call highlights the diverse nature of emergency responses handled by the department and the importance of strong mutual aid partnerships across the region.
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