New Jersey Rescuers Save Kitten From Storm Drain And Discover She Was Not Alone
Sometimes, the smallest stories end up being the ones that stick with you the longest.
That’s exactly what happened when the kind-hearted crew at Somerset Regional Animal Shelter got a call they’ll never forget.
A little kitten was trapped in a storm drain during a downpour. It was one of those cold, grey days when everything feels heavy, and yet these rescuers refused to give up hope.
When they arrived, they could hear faint cries echoing from deep below. It was heartbreaking.
The tiny voice belonged to a drenched, shivering kitten who later earned the name Stormi, a name that fit her wild rescue perfectly. For three long hours, the team battled rain, mud, and slippery metal just to reach her.
You can imagine the relief when they finally lifted her out. She was cold, scared, and soaking wet, but she was safe. And that made it all worth it.
Back at the shelter, Stormi got the full VIP treatment — a warm blanket, gentle pats, and all the love a frightened kitten could need.
It didn’t take long for her little spirit to shine through. She started purring, eating, and showing that sweet spark kittens are famous for. Everything was finally calm again… until the phone rang a few days later.
The staff froze for a second when they heard the caller say it: another kitten was meowing from the same storm drain.
You could almost hear their collective sigh — here we go again. But there was no hesitation. Animal control officer Chris, who had already proven himself a hero for cats in trouble, grabbed his gear and rushed over.
Sure enough, there was another tiny face peeking out from the dark — this one black and white, trembling, and even smaller than Stormi had been.
She would later be named Sunny, and though her name promised brightness, she looked anything but sunny at that moment. Chris worked carefully, lowering his net just right until he could scoop her up and bring her to safety.
Now here’s where it gets adorable, Stormi and Sunny turned out to be sisters. Complete opposites, too!
Stormi was bold and curious, the type to climb anything she could. Sunny, on the other hand, was gentle, quiet, and preferred observing from a safe spot. But despite their differences, both shared the same story of survival.
When Sunny was rescued, Stormi had already gone to a loving foster home, so the two were apart for a little while.
Still, the shelter promised they’d find a way to reunite them once Sunny got her strength back. And true to their word, they did. Sunny passed her vet exam like a little champion and was soon on her way to join her big sister again.
Their reunion was pure magic. The moment they saw each other, their tiny tails twitched, and they snuggled up as if no time had passed at all. After everything they’d been through, the two sisters finally had each other again – safe, loved, and warm.
Not long after, the best news of all came in: Stormi and Sunny were adopted together! Two brave little kittens, rescued from the same drain, now curled up side by side in their forever home.
It’s the kind of happy ending that reminds you why kindness matters so much.
Here’s to Stormi and Sunny, two tiny survivors who proved that love, patience, and a bit of teamwork can turn even the stormiest story into something truly beautiful.
