A 50-year-old woman and her dog were rescued Saturday after falling into the Zenne river in Vilvoorde, Belgium. The incident underscores the potential dangers near waterways, even in urban areas.
According to reports, emergency services responded to the Havendoklaan area on February 28, 2026, and were able to quickly pull both the woman and her canine companion from the water.
Both were subsequently transported to a local hospital for evaluation and treatment, though their conditions were not immediately released. The swift action of the fire department was crucial in ensuring a positive outcome in the cold water.
This incident follows previous safety concerns regarding the Zenne river. In 2023, a woman died after falling into the river in Zemst, prompting calls for improved safety measures along the waterway, including the installation of barriers and warning signs. More information about the rescue can be found here.
Authorities have not yet released details about how the woman and her dog ended up in the river.
