The New York Police Department rescued a bald eagle on Tuesday (17 February), floating on ice in the Hudson river. Video shows NYPD Harbor unit’s delicate operation to save the distressed bird which appeared unable to fly. The team used a blanket to secure the eagle, shielding it from the harsh winds. "Our specialised units acted quickly to bring the bird to safety," the NYPD confirmed via social media.

Emergency responders in New York came to the rescue of a mute swan that landed on a frozen pond and wound up with its backside stuck to the ice.

The New York Police Department rescued a bald eagle on Tuesday (17 February), floating on ice in the Hudson river. Video shows NYPD Harbor unit’s delicate operation to save the…

The New York Police Department said it was "eagle-eyed cops to the rescue" when the Harbor Unit spotted a bald eagle stranded on floating ice.