rescued

Rescued is the past participle of rescue and an adjective describing someone or something that has been saved from danger, harm, or distress. In grammar it can appear in perfect tenses (has rescued) or as a modifier (a rescued survivor).

In emergency services, people are rescued from burning buildings, collapsed structures, floods, or other hazardous environments by police, firefighters, paramedics, and specialized teams. In maritime and aviation contexts, rescues are conducted by coast guards, ships, helicopters, and search-and-rescue organizations. In wildlife and animal welfare, animals are rescued from abuse, captivity, or danger by shelters and rescue groups. In disaster response and humanitarian settings, rescue operations are part of broader relief efforts, often followed by medical care, rehabilitation, or relocation. In conservation and rehabilitation contexts, injured wildlife may be rescued for treatment and eventual release.

In reporting and everyday use, rescued often signals that someone or something has survived or been safeguarded, though subsequent care and follow-up assistance may be required. The term emphasizes intervention to remove immediate danger and typically involves coordination among responders, volunteers, and institutions. Rescues can vary in scale from individual to mass operations and may be subject to verification by authorities or organizations involved.

See also rescue, rescuer, rescue operation, water rescue, and search and rescue.