# Long Island Cat Rescue

**Published:** 2026-08-12T02:42:41.375Z  
**Topic:** Wiki Cat  
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**Publisher:** TrendWatcher — https://www.trendwatcher.in/article/e3a0eead-70eb-442a-bc41-9f866ecc6878

Dozens of cats trapped after tree falls on Long Island home, 37 cats inside, rescue efforts underway with 9 cats pulled to safety so far

1. A massive red oak tree crashed into a Westbury home on Long Island, trapping dozens of cats inside, with rescue efforts currently underway [1]. The home's owner, Wendy Kimball, had to leave the cats behind after the tree fell, and volunteer rescuers have so far pulled 9 cats to safety, with at least 20 more still inside [2].

| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Number of cats trapped | 37 |
| Number of cats rescued | 9 |
| Cause of trapping | Tree falling on home |
| Location | Westbury, Long Island |

## Rescue Efforts
The rescue efforts are being led by volunteer rescuers, including Deb Oliver, who said that the cats appear to be in good physical condition, but are terrified [1]. The rescuers had to stop their efforts initially due to safety concerns, but were able to return to the home after an engineer deemed it safe [2]. The cats will be moved to an undisclosed location to be cared for until they can return to their home.

## Background and Context
The incident occurred after a storm with strong winds pulled down the 72-year-old oak tree, which crashed through the roof and into a room on the upper floor where Kimball's brother was [5]. Fortunately, neither Kimball nor her brother was seriously hurt, but the damage to the home was extensive, leaving it unsafe for occupancy [1]. The home has been condemned, and the cats are being cared for by rescue groups, including Last Hope Animal Rescue and Strong Island Animal Rescue League [3].

## What to Watch
* The rescue efforts and the condition of the remaining cats still trapped inside the home
* The investigation into the cause of the tree falling and any potential measures to prevent similar incidents in the future
* The status of the home and when it will be safe for occupancy again

The incident highlights the importance of being prepared for unexpected events and having a plan in place for emergency situations, especially when it comes to the safety and well-being of pets [4]. As the rescue efforts continue, the focus will be on ensuring the safety and health of the trapped cats and providing them with the necessary care and attention.

## Sources
1. NBC New York — [Rescuers race to save dozens of cats stuck in Long Island home hit by falling tree](https://www.nbcnewyork.com/long-island/dozens-cats-stuck-long-island-home-falling-tree/6535837/)
2. Abc7ny — [Tree falls on Westbury, Long Island house, trapping dozen of ...](https://abc7ny.com/post/tree-falls-westbury-long-island-house-trapping-20-cats-inside/19663069/)
3. Cbsnews — [Over 100 cats rescued from deplorable conditions at Long ...100 cats saved from filthy conditions at Long Island breeder ...Cats and dog rescued from Glen Cove ... - News 12 - Long Island](https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/cats-rescued-home-west-islip-long-island/)
4. Nbcnewyork — [100 cats saved from filthy conditions at Long Island breeder ...](https://www.nbcnewyork.com/long-island/cats-rescued-long-island-breeder-home/6447187/)
5. Longisland — [News 12 | Long Island | Tree Crashes Into And Severely ...](https://longisland.news12.com/2026/08/11/tree-crashes-into-and-severely-damages-westbury-home-rescue-groups-say-dozens-of-cats-are-trapped-inside/4l48xC7IFXW3ajI9lZhNGG)

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