In an unusual rescue mission that captured hearts worldwide, a curious female cat named John found herself trapped in a drainpipe with only her head visible, sparking an urgent call for help. The incident unfolded in Clevedon, England, when John’s owner, Cassie, realized her one-year-old pet was missing during breakfast on Saturday morning.
A shocking discovery
After a frantic search, Cassie found John in an unexpected predicament—her head protruding from a pipe in the garage ceiling. “I couldn’t believe my eyes,” Cassie recounted. Acting swiftly, she called the Avon Fire and Rescue Service, who dispatched a team from Clevedon Fire Station to perform the delicate operation.
Firefighters to the rescue
Arriving at the scene, the rescue crew assessed the situation and decided that the safest method was to remove a section of the pipe with John still inside. “A crew from Clevedon were called at 9:55 this morning to a cat not stuck up a tree but stuck in a drainpipe!” Clevedon Firefighters humorously noted on Facebook. They shared photos of John’s plight, including her head sticking out of the pipe and firefighters carefully cradling her.
Once freed from the garage, John was transported—pipe and all—in the fire engine to Vets4Pets Clevedon, where veterinarians sedated her to complete the rescue. Fortunately, John emerged with no serious injuries. “The easiest and least distressing option was to cut a section of the pipe out with John in situ,” the Facebook post explained.
A viral sensation
As news of the rescue spread, John became an internet sensation. Photos and updates posted by the firefighters garnered widespread attention. “When she woke up, I picked up my phone and saw she’d blown up online. I didn’t realize she’d get so much attention,” Cassie remarked.
John’s dramatic ordeal not only highlighted the dedication of first responders but also underscored the unpredictable antics of our feline friends. Safely back with her family, John’s escapade will undoubtedly become part of her household lore—and the internet’s too.