Cat Safely Rescued from Tree in Coeymans Hollow

Photo by Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp.

Photo by Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp.

Photo by Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp.

Photo by Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp.
COEYMANS HOLLOW, NY - On January 24th at approximately 11:30 a.m., the Coeymans Hollow Volunteer Fire Corp responded to assist with an animal rescue after receiving a request from the Albany County Sheriff’s Office regarding a cat stuck high in a tree. After Chief Haight arrived to evaluate the situation, more units were asked to assist with the operation. After being called in, the Ravena Fire Department set up Ladder 26-70 to reach the animal. The cat was safely rescued from the tree by a Ravena firefighter. After the cat was placed on the ground, members of the Ravena Rescue Squad helped by offering blankets and warming packs.