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On arrival rescue workers assess the situation.
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Ropes are put in place to prevent Merlin from struggling.
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The digger goes to work removing the side of the ditch.
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A ramp is put in place to make Merlin’s exit easier.
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Final preparations before Merlin is extracted from the ditch.
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Everyone is relieved that Merlin is back on his feet after his ordeal.
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Back home in his stable, Merlin tucks into some feed.
