Sometimes, the most surprising rescues unfold in the most unexpected places.

That was the case for Karenlynn Stracher, a veteran rescuer with Long Island Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation in New York.

It all began when a group of workers in Levittown attempted to change a water meter. As they peered into the well, they noticed some unusual movement deep at the bottom.

Shocked and concerned, they believed an animal had somehow become trapped inside. Once their suspicions were confirmed, they quickly contacted Stracher for help.

A Mystery In The Well

At first glance, Stracher saw only darkness when she arrived and looked into the well.

Everything appeared still—until something moved.

Filming the encounter, Stracher zoomed in and managed to spot a small, fuzzy figure huddled at the

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