Feb 25 • 00:30 UTC 🇪🇨 Ecuador El Universo (ES)

Trapped Among Solar Panels: How a Grandmother Asked for Help to Rescue the Striking Animal

An elderly woman in Connecticut contacted animal rescuers after a red-tailed hawk became trapped between her home's solar panels while chasing a squirrel.

In a fall afternoon incident in Connecticut, a grandmother caring for her grandchildren discovered a red-tailed hawk caught between the solar panels on her roof. The hawk had been chasing a squirrel when it became trapped, leaving it injured and dehydrated. Concerned for the bird's well-being, the grandmother reached out to a local animal rescue group for assistance. However, as it was already evening, they had to wait until morning for the rescue to commence.

Local rescuers from 'A Place Called Hope' arrived at daybreak to assist in the situation. Upon gaining access to the roof, they carefully covered the injured hawk and extracted it from its confinement under the solar panels. The rescuers were filled with a sense of urgency as the hawk's condition raised concern overnight, leading to feelings of anxiety as they hoped for its survival through the night. The cooperation of the community and the rapid response of the rescue team were crucial in preventing further harm to the bird.

This incident highlights not only the risks wildlife face in urban settings—like the dangers from solar panels—but also the importance of community awareness and support for wildlife rescue efforts. The successful rescue serves as a reminder of human responsibility in aiding injured animals and the ongoing need for wildlife protection efforts, especially in increasingly developed areas.

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