Summary
A woman named Alexandra Szilvasi and her dog Snickers were rescued from a flooded river by Steven Ballard, a fisherman. Alexandra had jumped into the River Trent to help Snickers, who had fallen in, and Steven's quick actions saved them both. They later met for an emotional reunion to thank him.
Key Facts
- Alexandra Szilvasi and her dog Snickers were trapped in the River Trent in Nottinghamshire.
- Snickers went into the river after a ball, and Alexandra followed to help her.
- The river was flooded and dangerous when the incident occurred.
- Steven Ballard, a nearby fisherman, heard the screams and rescued them both.
- Steven used a ladder to pull Snickers out of the water and Alexandra managed to climb up.
- Alexandra later appealed through the media to find and thank her rescuer.
- Steven responded to this appeal, and they met to express gratitude over a drink.
- The Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service advised the public against entering water to save pets or people and to call emergency services instead.
