Rescue team abseil down sinkhole to rescue dog

The sinkhole in Whitburn, South Tyneside. Credit: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.

A dog had to be rescued after falling down a sinkhole in South Tyneside.

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue service carried out the rescue operation in Whitburn, just after 12pm on Friday.

It is believed there was water in the hole and there were concerns that the dog may have been at risk of drowning.

Credit: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.
Credit: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.
Credit: Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service.