Rescuers Perform CPR on Trapped Elephant

By Josie November 27th, 2023

This story shows one of the many problems that can arise from Thailand’s persistent monsoon rain.

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During the rescue mission of an elephant baby, the mother elephant becomes unconscious and the rescuers swiftly need to perform CPR on this huge animal.

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Stuck Between a Rock and a Muddy Place

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The Rescue Mission

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A Cry For Help

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This cry for help demonstrates the complex language of elephant communication.

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Elephants use a variety of sounds, including trumpets, roars, and rumblings, to express emotions and convey messages across long distances.

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Swipe up for the video!

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