Evansville, IN – Firefighters in Evansville sprang into action this week to rescue a group of ducklings trapped in a storm drain. According to a social media post by the Evansville Fire Department, crews from A shift Quint 9, Rescue 1, and Battalion 2 responded to the unusual but heartwarming call for help.
The incident occurred after someone noticed the ducklings stuck in a storm drain and alerted authorities. Firefighters quickly arrived on scene and began working to safely remove the young birds from the drain. Photos shared by the department show the crew members carefully lifting the ducklings one by one out of the narrow opening.
The department lightheartedly referenced the classic “Ghostbusters” theme in their Facebook post, writing: “When there’s something strange in the storm drain… Who ya gonna call? Firefighters!” The message also included a shoutout to the specific units involved and praised their efforts in reuniting the ducklings with their mother.
The rescue effort drew positive reactions online, with commenters thanking the firefighters for their compassion and dedication. It’s not uncommon for local fire departments to respond to animal rescues, and officials said it’s all part of serving the community in any way they can.
While no humans were in danger, the swift action of the firefighters helped ensure the safety and well-being of the stranded ducklings. Thanks to their work, the baby ducks were soon back with their mother and waddling off to safety.
The Evansville Fire Department has not released further details about how the ducklings ended up in the drain, but their safe recovery was confirmed. The department’s post has since been widely shared, drawing praise and smiles from the community.
