April 24 (UPI) -- An elephant that fell into an agricultural well in India was rescued by wildlife officials with the help of an excavator.
Indian Forest Services Officer Yedukondalu V tweeted video showing a portion of the elephant rescue Thursday at the Malai Mahadeshwara Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka.
The footage shows an excavator digging out a path for the elephant to climb to safety.
The officer thanked police and local villagers for assisting with the rescue.