Pet owner gets stuck up tree while trying to rescue his parrot

Firefighters came to the rescue

A red-faced pet owner needed rescuing by firefighters after getting stuck up a tree he had climbed to try and save his escaped parrot.

Fire crews were called to Manor Field Play Park, off Uppingham Road in Thurnby, Leics, after the man became trapped up the tree at 9.20am on Thursday (22/5).

The pet owner had been trying to retrieve the bird - called Rio - from the branches but needed rescuing himself when he became stuck.

Firefighters used an aerial ladder to reach the man and the road was closed until 11am while he was safely brought down.

According to social media, the blue and yellow parrot was eventually safely reunited with its owner following its "big adventure".

A Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: "We received a call at 9:21 for a rescue from height.

"The owner climbed up to rescue their pet parrot, which was stuck in the tree and needed help to get down.

"Appliances from Eastern, Central, and Coalville, Technical Rescue, and the Aerial Ladder Platform were in attendance. The stop message came in just before 11am."

Writing on social media, one resident said: "Rio the parrot is now home safe and well! Thanks to all those who helped with updates on location, owners are very grateful."

Another added: "He's is now back home with his owners safe and sound after his big adventure thank you to all for your help in finding him."