Special animal rescue teams have been tasked to an incident in Tynan Abbey this afternoon (Thursday).
Approximately 30 sheep are trapped in a field in the area due to rising flood water.
Emergency crews were called around lunchtime to help the stricken flock.
A spokesperson for NI Fire and Rescue Service told Armagh I: “One appliance from Armagh Fire Station, the Large Animal Rescue Team from Newcastle Fire Station and a Specialist Rescue Team from Central Fire Station are in attendance.
“Firefighters are at the scene of approximately 30 sheep that are trapped in a field surrounded by water. The incident is on-going.”
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