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Flooding deaths in Nepal reach 193 as recovery work is stepped up
Read full article: Flooding deaths in Nepal reach 193 as recovery work is stepped upThe number of people killed by flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall over the weekend in Nepal has reached 193 while recovery and rescue work has been stepped up.
Woman, her dog rescued after Hurricane Beryl tears roof off home in Jamaica Beach
Read full article: Woman, her dog rescued after Hurricane Beryl tears roof off home in Jamaica BeachDeborah Tony, 64, was alone with her dog when she heard an unbelievable crashing sound and realized her roof was torn off.
Heartwarming rescue: Northwest firefighters save dog from abandoned vehicle in scorching conditions
Read full article: Heartwarming rescue: Northwest firefighters save dog from abandoned vehicle in scorching conditionsIn a heartwarming display of heroism, firefighters from the Northwest Volunteer Fire Department rescued a distressed dog from a scorching hot car.
‘I just broke down’: Montgomery County woman saves dog with head stuck in jug
Read full article: ‘I just broke down’: Montgomery County woman saves dog with head stuck in jugA stray dog in need of help after getting his head stuck in a jug was saved thanks to the efforts of a woman in Montgomery County.
Man rescued after falling in tank at water treatment plant in Cleveland
Read full article: Man rescued after falling in tank at water treatment plant in ClevelandA man has been transported to the hospital after he was rescued from a tank at a water treatment plant in Cleveland, Texas, on Tuesday, officials said.
Watch these cops hilariously rescue a cute little pig on the side of the road
Read full article: Watch these cops hilariously rescue a cute little pig on the side of the roadIt’s not every day that a police officer is asked to rescue a cute little pig from the side of the road, but that happened to these officers.
More than 40 exotic cats rescued from home in Alvin after owner dies, leaving animals in deplorable living conditions
Read full article: More than 40 exotic cats rescued from home in Alvin after owner dies, leaving animals in deplorable living conditionsSince March, nearly 70 exotic cats have been rescued from the home.
‘It’s just sad’: Dozen dogs, puppies rescued from property in San Jacinto County
Read full article: ‘It’s just sad’: Dozen dogs, puppies rescued from property in San Jacinto CountyA dozen dogs, including puppies are now safe and being prepped for adoption after being rescued from a property in San Jacinto County.
Coast Guard rescues man who fell off tanker ship 10 miles off Galveston
Read full article: Coast Guard rescues man who fell off tanker ship 10 miles off GalvestonU.S. Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston command center watchstanders received a distress call at approximately 9:23 a.m. Sunday from personnel aboard the tanker vessel Ghibli, stating that a crew member had fallen overboard and was not wearing a life jacket.
Equine humane society asking for help with fosters after large intake of horses related to Brazoria County cruelty case
Read full article: Equine humane society asking for help with fosters after large intake of horses related to Brazoria County cruelty caseA non-profit equine welfare organization is asking for help to care for a large number of horses the organization has taken in related to an animal cruelty case in Brazoria County.
12 cats, 1 dog found dead inside abandoned Houston-area apartment with no air conditioning; 6 animals rescued
Read full article: 12 cats, 1 dog found dead inside abandoned Houston-area apartment with no air conditioning; 6 animals rescuedSix cats were rescued from an abandoned apartment with no air conditioning where more than a dozen other animals were found dead, according to the Houston Humane Society.
Girl, 10, rescued after surviving alone in ‘rugged’ mountains in Washington state
Read full article: Girl, 10, rescued after surviving alone in ‘rugged’ mountains in Washington stateA 10-year-old girl who came to the U.S. from Afghanistan just two years ago was rescued after surviving 24 hours alone in a "rugged and remote" mountain area in Washington state after she got lost during a family gathering, authorities said.
Fort Bend County Animal Services gearing up for countywide pet adoption event
Read full article: Fort Bend County Animal Services gearing up for countywide pet adoption eventWhether you’re thinking of surprising your kids with a pet this holiday or you’re using the break to adjust to life with a new cat or dog -- adoption is a great way to find your next pet.
SPCA rescues 10 emaciated dogs, 9 puppies and a kitten from home in north Houston
Read full article: SPCA rescues 10 emaciated dogs, 9 puppies and a kitten from home in north HoustonHouston SPCA and Harris County Constable Precinct 1 rescued 20 animals from a property located in north Houston on Monday.
Coast Guard rescues 4 men from sinking shrimp boat off the coast of Jamaica Beach
Read full article: Coast Guard rescues 4 men from sinking shrimp boat off the coast of Jamaica BeachMembers of the U.S. Coast Guard rescued four men from a shrimp boat that was taking on water early Friday. Now they are monitoring a pollution response, because of thousands of gallons of diesel fuel potentially on the sinking vessel.
PHOTOS: 8-month old Great Pyranees pup covered in mud rescued by SPCA officials
Read full article: PHOTOS: 8-month old Great Pyranees pup covered in mud rescued by SPCA officialsAn 8-month-old Great Pyrenees pup was rescued from a sinkhole Tuesday afternoon after he was trapped in thick mud at Sims Bayou, the Houston SPCA said.
The Magnolia Exotic Bird Sanctuary is a non-profit organization saving one parrot at a time
Read full article: The Magnolia Exotic Bird Sanctuary is a non-profit organization saving one parrot at a timeThe Magnolia Exotic Bird Sanctuary is a non-profit organization dedicated to the rescue and protection of neglected and abandoned parrots.
Where do birds get a second chance?
Read full article: Where do birds get a second chance?Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, what happens to exotic birds that are neglected or disabled? We’re live from a small, relatively unknown sanctuary in Magnolia where these birds get a second chance. You’ll find out how the birds end up at the sanctuary and how you could adopt one as a pet. That’s Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.
Woman rescued from clothing donation box after crawling inside, getting trapped, city officials say
Read full article: Woman rescued from clothing donation box after crawling inside, getting trapped, city officials sayPolice said it took first responders about 20 to 30 minutes to get the woman out of the box. Fortunately, she was not injured.
LIST: Here’s how Houston is stepping up to help people in Louisiana impacted by Ida
Read full article: LIST: Here’s how Houston is stepping up to help people in Louisiana impacted by IdaHurricane Ida has made landfall on the Louisiana coast, and several emergency agencies are ready to jump into action.
‘I’m in the water’: Mother recounts terrifying moments before her son was rescued from flooded road in Prairie View
Read full article: ‘I’m in the water’: Mother recounts terrifying moments before her son was rescued from flooded road in Prairie ViewShannon Ellis is counting her blessings after a firefighter pulled her son from an overflowed, raging creek in the middle of the night.
Harris County Precinct 4 Constables prepare rescue boats ahead of possible severe weather
Read full article: Harris County Precinct 4 Constables prepare rescue boats ahead of possible severe weatherPreparations for high water rescues are underway throughout the Houston area. The equipment may look a bit different from department to department, but the goal is the same, and that’s to provide help to anyone who may need it.
WATCH: Rescued dog saves another dog from drowning in owner’s swimming pool
Read full article: WATCH: Rescued dog saves another dog from drowning in owner’s swimming poolA dog is hailed a hero for saving a Toy Pomeranian from drowning in his owner’s swimming pool in a viral video making waves around the Internet.
Good Samaritans rescue family of 7 from burning home
Read full article: Good Samaritans rescue family of 7 from burning homeNORTHEAST HOUSTON – Some brave neighbors jumped into action when they saw a house on fire in their neighborhood and rescued a family of seven. “I tried kicking the door down between them inside and me outside,” said neighbor Christian Cardenas. Almaguer, along with Cardenas, George Cardenas, and Ivan Madrigal, looked outside and saw smoke coming from a home across the street. The Good Samaritans helped the family escape through the front door. AdThe Red Cross is helping the family and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Houston Zoo releases 25 sea turtles back to the Gulf after Texas freeze
Read full article: Houston Zoo releases 25 sea turtles back to the Gulf after Texas freezeHOUSTON – 25 green sea turtles were given a second chance to live and released back to the Gulf thanks to animal care professionals from the Houston Zoo. Partnering with Texas A&M University-Galveston and Texas Parks and Wildlife, the zoo facilitated the rescue after last week’s winter storm, according to a news release. Last week, as Texas experienced unprecedented freezing conditions from Winter Storm Uri, 37 green sea turtles were rescued along the Texas coast. Working with our partners @AggiesByTheSea, the Houston Zoo's veterinary staff oversaw the care & treatment of these wild sea turtles. pic.twitter.com/DqoYsJwLcm — Houston Zoo (@houstonzoo) February 24, 2021Eleven of the turtles rescued continue to receive veterinary care from Houston Zoo and are not ready for release at this time, the news release said.
WATCH: Stranded dog rescued from bridge above Mississippi River
Read full article: WATCH: Stranded dog rescued from bridge above Mississippi RiverWhile working over the Missippi River, a bridge inspector for the bridge-design company Stantec noticed a dog stranded beneath the deck, 120 feet above the river. According to Fox 10, Ryan Natalu, the lead climber and rescue technician at the scene quickly called the police for assistance and climbed down to save the dog. Natalu assessed the dog for injuries before assembling a makeshift harness out of rope and lifted the dog to safety. It is unknown how the dog ended up on the bridge deck. APT reported the dog was taken into care by local police.
Here’s how you can get a ‘Tex and Friends’ 2021 Calendar
Read full article: Here’s how you can get a ‘Tex and Friends’ 2021 CalendarIf you are interested in making a donation to receive a Tex and Friends 2021 calendar, please contact Cindy Wilson the Houston Humane Society after October 15. HOUSTON – You can help KPRC 2′s Tex find forever homes for his furry friends in need the entire month of August in honor of Clear the Shelters. KPRC 2′s station mascot and rescue pet ambassador strutted his stuff with some of his rescued friends for a 2021 wall calendar that is sure to warm your heart. Related: Looking to expand your family with a rescue pet? 100% of your donation will go to the Houston Humane Society.
INCREDIBLE VIDEO: Elderly California man rescued by police officer after wheelchair gets stuck on railroad tracks
Read full article: INCREDIBLE VIDEO: Elderly California man rescued by police officer after wheelchair gets stuck on railroad tracksLODI, Calif An elderly man was rescued by a police officer after she spotted him stuck on the railroad tracks as a train was barrelling towards him, NBC affiliate KRCA reported. Officer Erika Urrea of the Lodi Police Department south of Sacramento was in the area when she spotted the man in an electric wheelchair crossing the railroad tracks at around 8:44 a.m. Wednesday morning. She realized then that he was unable to fully cross and the wheels were caught between the metal tracks. As the arms of the railroad crossing were coming down, Urrea parked her car on the side of the road to quickly assist the man. Officer Urrea risked her own life to save another and her actions prevented a tragedy today, Lodi Police Department wrote on their Facebook page, We are extremely proud of Officer Erika Urrea and her heroism.
67-year-old surfer rescues 2 teen girls from water at Surfside Beach in Brazoria County
Read full article: 67-year-old surfer rescues 2 teen girls from water at Surfside Beach in Brazoria CountySURFSIDE BEACH, Texas – Johnny McGee, 67, of Pasadena is an avid surfer. On Saturday, during the height of Hurricane Hanna, he helped rescue two teen girls from the water at Surfside Beach in Brazoria County. That’s when he saw the two girls, ages 17 and 18, screaming for help in the water. Another surfer came out into the water and took one of the girls. “Surfers know through experience (if) you go underwater, (you should) relax relax relax.
Good Samaritan attempts to help 2 women trapped in car after crash in NW Houston, police say
Read full article: Good Samaritan attempts to help 2 women trapped in car after crash in NW Houston, police sayHOUSTON A good Samaritan jumped into action to help rescue two women trapped in a car following a pair of crashes in northwest Houston. That's when the good Samaritan said he saw a white Jeep that appeared to be speeding slam right into the back of the black car. Authorities said crews arrived at the scene and it took them, as well as the good Samaritan, about five minutes to pull the women out of the car. Witnesses said the man inside the Jeep was spotted throwing something out of the vehicle after the crash. Investigators said officers later found a bottle of alcohol at the scene, which is believed to be from that driver.
Overweight chihuahua abandoned along highway gets new chance at life
Read full article: Overweight chihuahua abandoned along highway gets new chance at lifeA disabled dog is on the mend after he was found locked inside a crate off the side of a New Jersey highway. A middle-aged Chihuahua, who has since been named Stanley, was found on the side of Route 80 by animal control on April 29, said Megan Brinster, executive director of Ramapo-Bergen Animal Refuge. Stanley was with animal control for about a week before the animal refuge was able to take him in. When he was found, Stanley was locked inside a crate and was "frozen in fear," according to a post from the refuge's Facebook page. While he loves being close to people, he is also liking his own space and adapting to his new life.
Pigs, parakeets and pups among 95 animals rescued from flea market breeder
Read full article: Pigs, parakeets and pups among 95 animals rescued from flea market breederHOUSTON – The Houston Humane Society rescued 95 animals from a breeder in southeast Houston Tuesday after the woman surrendered the animals, according to a news release. According to the release, the woman’s husband died in March and she was no longer able to care for the animals. Because the woman surrendered the animals, she is no longer in violation of city ordinance, according to the release. All 95 animals were taken to the Houston Humane Society and will be up for adoption and rescue. Anyone interested can visit Houstonhumane.org or the Houston Human Society social media platforms for more information.