By MES Dispatch Staff
The Briefing
- Crews from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue responded to Graham, Washington, on May 28, 2026, to rescue a 32-year-old horse named Marge that had become trapped between the trunks of two trees.
- Firefighters from Rescue 66 and Engine 94 deployed a high-point mechanical advantage system — a rigging method used to lift heavy loads — to safely extract the animal.
- Marge sustained only minor scrapes and scratches and was otherwise reported to be in good condition following the rescue.
- Staff from Tahoma Veterinary Hospital responded to the scene and stood by to provide medical support if needed.
- No injuries to personnel were reported.
GRAHAM, Wash. — Crews from Central Pierce Fire & Rescue successfully rescued a 32-year-old horse named Marge on May 28, 2026, after the animal became lodged between the trunks of two trees on a property in Graham, Washington.
Firefighters from Rescue 66 and Engine 94 responded to the scene and determined that a high-point mechanical advantage system — a technical rigging method capable of lifting substantial weight — was the appropriate tool to safely extract the horse without causing additional injury. The system was rigged and used to carefully lift Marge free from the confined space between the trees.
Marge was reported to have sustained only minor scrapes and scratches as a result of the entrapment. Staff from Tahoma Veterinary Hospital responded to the scene and were prepared to provide veterinary assistance, though no major medical intervention was required.
Central Pierce Fire & Rescue acknowledged the response in a Facebook post, noting that calls such as this one reflect the department’s commitment to serving all members of the community. No personnel injuries were reported during the operation.
