CCAT continues rescue efforts

It was a hot Thursday afternoon and the air was smokey from the Canadian wildfires, but conditions didn't deter Columbia Cat Action Team members from once again attempting to rescue a mother cat and her three kittens from a storm sewer at the high school.

It appears that the cats cannot escape and are, in fact, trapped. CCAT members worked to capture them by placing a small transfer trap in the drain. At various times, the kittens briefly entered the trap, but were too fast and continually eluded capture. The mother appears to have an injury to her left eye and could benefit from veterinary care.

After several hours, the school maintenance department had to close the sewer grates, and they may not be able to open them again. This left team members brainstorming new plans. CCAT members were disappointed but vowed to continue with rescue efforts.