UPDATED: Barn Roof Collapse at Eastleigh Farm; Animals Trapped Inside

Originally posted at 8:35 a.m. Updated at 10:15 a.m. with photos. Last update at 11:55 p.m.

Early Wednesday morning, a barn roof collapsed at Eastleigh Farm in Framingham trapping 10 cows, fatally wounding two of the animals.

Emergency crews, including police, fire, animal control and veterinarians,  responded to the scene just after 7:30 a.m. The Framingham Fire Department had to use saws to rescue the cows trapped under the debris from the metal and wood barn.

Framingham Animal Control Officer Kathy MacKenzie said the injured cows were being treated for soft tissue injuries and hypothermia.

"Neighbors came by and gave blankets to keep them warm and the state animal control was on scene as well as local vets and other farmers to help," said photographer Kevin Cummings.

Eastleigh Farm issued a statement late Wednesday afternoon.

"We here at Eastleigh Farm would like to Thank everyone who came out and helped and supported us on this horrible morning. Framingham firefighters, Framingham Police, The town of Framingham workers, neighbors, friends and family, You all were an amazing support to us and especially to our ladies who needed you." 

Those who wish to help the farm and the injured cows are asked to bring "blankets and towels to keep our injured girls warm, as well as Clorox Bleach and ALL (the brand) dye free and fragrance free laundry detergent. These are essential in keeping things clean for our girls."

Framingham Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Burns said firefighters had to remove roof debris off the cows. He told those on the scene that four of the cows were able to stand on their own after they were uncovered.

Snow likely was the reason for the roof collapse, said one emergency official.

*** Updated at 11:53 a.m.

Emergency crews reporting two of the cows have died.

*** Original report

There was a report of a roof collapse at Eastleigh Farm on Edmands Road, before 8 a.m. Wednesday morning.

The report has a barn roof collapsing with animals trapped inside.

Emergency crews on the scene are using chain saws to free the seven trapped cows. There are unconfirmed reports of 2 cows injures.

Framingham Patch will follow up when we have more details.