3-month-old bald eagle rescued after falling from nest

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Tuesday, May 19, 2026 3:21PM
3-month-old bald eagle rescued after falling from nest

LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WPVI) -- First responders worked together to rescue a three-month-old bald eagle in Lancaster County.

The Lampeter Fire Company Number 1 posted photos of the rescue.

The baby bald eagle fell from its nest, so their members, along with Lafayette Fire Company and West Lampeter Township Police, helped.

They had to remove a fishing hook from its beak before returning the bird to its nest with its mother.

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