LOS FELIZ—On Tuesday, July 28, the Los Angeles Fire Department had to rescue an animal that was stuck in a pipe. The incident was reported at 9:15 a.m. at 1834 N. Winona Blvd. An initial fire company found a small animal stuck in an 8 inch by 10-inch pipe, approximately 7 feet deep. The incident was upgraded to a technical rescue, and the small animal rescue team was dispatched.
Approximately 26 LAFD personnel were dispatched, and the animal was extricated approximately 1 hour and 21 minutes after the 911 call.
The Gas Company, Department of Transportation, Department of Water and Power were also notified. The situation leading up to how the animal became stuck is unknown at this time. No additional details about the incident have been disclosed to the public.
The pipe hole where the dog fell into was covered on Tuesday by officials.
By Danny Jones