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Lewiston Firefighters Rescue Stranded Cat from Rooftop
February 26, 2026 | MAINE
1RN News Team, Correspondent

Photo by Courtesy of Lewiston Fire DepartmentA Lewiston firefighter carefully carries a rescued tuxedo cat down an aerial ladder after retrieving it from a rooftop.
This article is a direct street report from our correspondent and has not been edited by the 1st Responder newsroom.
February 26, 2026 — Firefighters from Lewiston Fire Department responded to an unusual call for service, assisting a stranded cat safely down from a rooftop. Lt. Gayton and Pvt. Eveson from Engine 3 worked alongside local animal control to reach the tuxedo cat, ensuring a safe and successful rescue.
Officials noted that while the call was lighthearted, it highlights the department’s commitment to assisting both residents and their pets in need.

