New Jersey ISP Workers Rescue A Cat Stranded On The Utility Lines Moments Before Tragedy

cat stranded on utility pole

A recent example of human kindness toward animals was reported in New Jersey. 

Two workers from a local internet service provider stepped in to help animal control officers with a risky cat rescue operation.

In an unbelievable turn of events, a cat found itself stranded high up on utility wires in Hardwick Township. 

To make matters even more urgent, rain was expected to start falling soon… 

Fortunately, an animal control officer from Newton Animal Control arrived on the scene promptly and was deeply moved by what he later described in a Facebook post, as “the level of community involvement and compassion.”

Recalling the whole event, the officer wrote: 

“I arrived on scene to find three women attempting to coax him down while keeping an eye on him. I immediately called NJSP who dispatched troopers and also attempted to get a truck out there to assist. I got a phone call minutes after arriving on the scene from a local tree company who offered to come out immediately free of charge.  Before they could get there, Planet Network pulled up with two cat loving employees who jumped right into action.”

It didn’t take long for this group of dedicated individuals to successfully rescue the cat. 

While the cat was understandably very distressed by the ordeal, there was no doubt he felt a great sense of relief once he was safely out of harm’s way.

In his Facebook post, the officer expressed his thanks to everyone who played a part in the rescue.

He first acknowledged Lisa Chammings, Kristina Lambert, and Chris Suiker, who couldn’t bear to leave a distressed cat in danger.

He also offered his gratitude to Blessings Tree Service & Landscaping, who immediately stepped up and offered their services without hesitation.

Finally, he expressed his thanks to the two courageous individuals, Wyatt Coombs and Rob Nye from Planet Networks, the local internet service provider in Newton, New Jersey. 

They didn’t hesitate to assist with the rescue, even though it meant putting their own safety at risk.

He concluded his post by saying:

“The compassion for animals with all of those mentioned is unmatched and we are very grateful.”

I’m beyond thrilled that this poor tomcat was saved from such a dangerous situation. 

But what fills me with even greater gratitude is knowing that there are still so many kind-hearted individuals in the world, like those involved in this rescue.

These selfless people are willing to put everything on the line to help animals in need, reminding us all that compassion and kindness are alive and well in our communities.

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