A family in Banbury, Connecticut, heard some high-pitched cries and decided to follow the sounds.
They ventured to a concrete porch and found a mother cat with two kittens, but these were not the source of the cries. Continuing their investigation, they came across a narrow gap between the steps and the house; it was just wide enough for small kittens to fall through.
How Did It Get There?
As they waited, the cries became louder from the opening. The family immediately called the Danbury Fire Department (DFD) for assistance.
“Tonight, a family discovered two small kittens who had fallen between a masonry wall and some pre-cast concrete stairs. The two kittens had fallen just far enough down where they couldn’t be reached and their heads were stuck tight between the concrete,” wrote the DFD in a Facebook post.
Rescue Mission
The DFD initially attempted to save the kittens from above but quickly realized it was impossible. They formulated a new plan using rescue airbags, wedging them along with blocks of wood between the house and the stairs.
“Utilizing rescue [airbags], just enough force was exerted to add about [a quarter] inch of space, allowing the kittens to fall into the void below the stairs,” they added, and the kittens eventually dropped further down, landing safely on the ground without injury.
The DFD team was prepared and working diligently to retrieve them from the other side.
“[The] firefighters removed two rocks in an adjoining wall, allowing them to reach in with a snare and capture both kittens,” reported the DFD. After a nerve-wracking mission, the firefighters successfully rescued the fluffy kittens.
Everyone present felt a wave of relief and joy – from the cheering crowd to the mama cat and her remaining kittens.
“The two rogue kittens were reunited with their mom and siblings, and the neighborhood celebrated their safe return,” the DFD shared.
Final Word
Ultimately, the adorable kittens were reunited with their family, who were overjoyed. Hopefully, they learned their lesson and now know to play safely on the soft grass all around.
