BREAKING: MAINE FIRE DEPARTMENT SAVES THE DAY IN DARING RESCUE OF WAYWARD STEED!
In a heart-stopping, action-packed drama that will be remembered for generations to come, a team of brave firefighters in rural Maine risked life and limb to prevent a catastrophic collision on the railroad tracks yesterday evening.
According to eyewitnesses, a rogue horse named Mr. Nibbles wandered out onto the tracks, causing a stir among the local wildlife and prompting a swift response from the Maine Fire Department.
The scene was set: a lone horse, a rickety bridge, and a train rumbling towards its destined destination. It was a ticking time bomb waiting to happen, and only the quick-thinking firefighters stood between Mr. Nibbles and certain doom.
With seconds to spare, the firefighters sprang into action, deploying their trusty “Horse- Retrieval-Unit-3000” (patent pending) to coax the errant equine off the tracks.
“It was a real nail-biter,” said Chief Firefighter, Bob Smith. “We had to think fast and act faster. I mean, who needs a superhero cape when you’ve got a pair of well-placed hay bales and a soothing whisper?”
As the stalled train idled on the tracks, its passengers were treated to an impromptu equestrian show, complete with dramatic neighs and flailing hooves. The tension was palpable as the firefighters worked tirelessly to corral Mr. Nibbles and restore order to the tracks.
Miraculously, the daring rescue operation was a success, and Mr. Nibbles was safely escorted off the bridge, where he was reunited with his overjoyed owner.
When asked for comment, Mr. Nibbles’ owner simply shook her head and muttered, “I told him to stay out of the oats.”
The train, which was carrying a cargo of vitally important…more oats…was delayed for a whopping 20 minutes, causing widespread disruptions to the regional commuter schedule.
In related news, the Maine Fire Department has announced plans to establish a special “Equine Emergency Response Unit” to deal with future cases of wayward livestock on the tracks.
As for Mr. Nibbles, he’s currently undergoing intensive therapy to overcome his apparent “train-induced trauma.” When asked about his ordeal, he simply snorted and muttered something about “those darn trains.”
