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Houston homeowner assists raccoon family in heartwarming pool rescue šŸ¦

A family of raccoons tries to rescue their sibling from a Houston swimming pool before a homeowner steps in to save the night. (Mary Nan Huffman)

A chilly Houston night turned into a wildlife drama when a family of raccoons tried to rescue one of their own from a backyard swimming pool.

In a heartwarming, captured video, the scene unfolded as one raccoon accidentally tumbled into the pool. Despite their best efforts, the raccoonā€™s furry family couldnā€™t quite manage the rescue.

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Enter the homeowner, who heard the commotion and stepped in to assist. With a quick save, the raccoon was pulled out, safe and sound, and the family scampered off together into the night.

Stay warm out there, Houston! And keep an eye on those backyard pools. šŸ¦

You can watch the full video below:


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Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.

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