A cat stuck in tree at Grand Canyon National Park finally rescued and reunited with owner
On social media, people saw a cat stuck in a strange position in a tree. After many hours of rescue efforts, the cat was saved.
On the X platform, the image of the cat stuck in a tree with a strange pose was shared, causing concern. After many hours, the cat was rescued and returned to its family, bringing joy to the owner.
Cat was found himself in a precarious position
In a post shared on X, Grand Canyon NPS shared an image of a cat stuck in a tree in a strange pose, gaining attention.
The post has the caption:”Tree-climbing for the purr-fect panorama!
Our firefighters and first responders deserve a big shoutout for swiftly rescuing a furry adventurer stuck high in a tree at Grand Canyon today.
Can you help us find this kitty’s owner? Share this post to spread the word! Located on June 21 around 1 p.m. near Mather Campground on the South Rim. “
A heartwarming incident occurred at Grand Canyon National Park over the weekend when a cat found itself in a precarious position.
The cat, named Archie, had escaped from a residential area near the park’s Mather Campground and ended up stuck in a large ponderosa pine tree.
A cat was spotted in a strange position and immediately rescued
The incident occurred on Friday, June 21, when the Grand Canyon National Park Service (NPS) spotted the black-and-white feline uncomfortably balancing itself on a branch, approximately 15 feet in the air.
The rescue team humorously described the situation as ‘tree-climbing for the purr-fect panorama’ and requested help in identifying the cat’s owners.
Local ABC affiliate WABC reported that the cat had been in this position for five days. Despite efforts from the FDNY, who had previously tried and failed to rescue the cat, it was the combined efforts of firefighters and first responders that ultimately led to the successful rescue.
After many rescue efforts, the cat finally returned to the loving embrace of its owner
According to the Grand Canyon NPS, the team made efforts to rescue the cat near the park’s Mather Campground on the South Rim.
An image shared shows a firefighter propping up a ladder against the pine tree, climbing to reach Archie, while another first responder held the ladder steady.
By 1 p.m., the daring “furry adventurer” was safely brought down from the heights.
Cat’s owner gives their thanks after Archie’s rescue
Following the rescue, the Grand Canyon NPS updated their followers on X, stating, “Owners have been located. Thanks to all for your support and well wishes in getting this kitty home safe!”
They added: “Update (6/21 at 7 pm): Owners have been located. Thanks to all for your support and well wishes in getting this kitty home safe!”
One person said: Hereos walk among us.
A second wrote: Thank you for saving this cutie pie
While a third commented: You are this cat’s owner now. That’s how the cat distribution system works.
Someone else said: For those that haven’t yet ..:. Get your pets microchipped and be responsible plzzzzz :):):)
Another added: He climbed that tree to escape whatever was chasing him !!! Great rescue
In a statement to PEOPLE, a park spokesperson confirmed that Archie is a 2-year-old male cat who had escaped from a nearby residential area. The spokesperson also noted that tenants in the area had heard the cat crying for multiple nights, indicating the distress and urgency of the situation.
Archie’s adventure is a humorous story about the mischief of the beloved pet. However, it also highlights the importance of community effort in ensuring their safety.
This story of Archie, the “surveillance cat,” and his eventual safe return to his owners is a testament to the unyielding bond between pets and their families.
