Cockapoo dog rescued after steep cliff fall

A dog had a lucky escape after falling down a cliff in Jersey, firefighters have said.

Jersey Fire and Rescue Service said crews were called at about 18:00 BST on Friday to reports a cockapoo called Luna had fallen over a wall and dropped about 25m to 30m (82ft to 98ft) down a steep cliff face at Fort Regent.

A Facebook post said crews used rope rescue equipment to lower a firefighter over the edge to rescue Luna.

Firefighters said Luna was shaken and stressed but uninjured and was assessed at the scene by JSPCA officers and the States Vet before being taken to a vets for further treatment.

The fire service said Luna's owner did the right thing by calling 999 and not jumping over to try and rescue her, which would have put her own life at risk.

A spokesperson added: "We are pleased to confirm that Luna has sustained no broken bones and remains under observation, in safe hands."

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