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Rescuers save kitten trapped in storm drain for a week

PHOENIX — Firefighters in Phoenix, Arizona proved they are ready to rescue cats – whether they’re in trees or underground – when they pulled a small kitten to safety.

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The Arizona Humane Society posted a video on Facebook showing the rescue, which took two days. Rescuers said the kitten had been meowing for help for a week before the fire department and animal rescuers could help.

Kitten Rescued After Surviving Inside a Drain for a Week

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Kitten rescued after one week stuck in a drain! Because of the teamwork and collaboration of Phoenix Fire Department and AHS’ Emergency Animal Medical Technicians™, this kitten was safely rescued from a drain near 20th Street and Indian School Road! This poor kitten had reportedly been meowing for help for one week, and the two-day rescue took all hands on deck. He is now being cared for in AHS’ Second Chance Animal Trauma Hospital™. Word on the street is that one of the firefighters on scene is interested in adopting the little squirt 😸 We hope to share updates on AHS’ social media channels soon! Wags and purrs for our friends at Phoenix Fire Station 61!

Posted by Arizona Humane Society on Friday, December 3, 2021

The Phoenix Fire Department posted photos to its Facebook page showing the small orange cat safely above ground.

We save cats out of trees, drains, or wherever they may be! 🐈 Phoenix Fire Station 61 assisted @azhumane with rescuing...

Posted by Phoenix Fire Department on Thursday, December 2, 2021

The kitten, who was underweight, was taken to an animal hospital and was treated for fleas and a stomach ailment, UPI reported.

The cat will require at least two weeks of treatment before he can be adopted, but a Phoenix firefighter has already expressed interest in taking it home, KPNX reported.