Kitten Rescued from Tornado Rubble in Bogue Chitto, Mississippi
A storm chaser's heartbreaking discovery led to the rescue of a small kitten amid the devastation caused by tornadoes in Mississippi.
By the Numbers: The tornadoes struck early on March 26, 2025, injuring 12 people and leaving a trail of destruction in a trailer park in Bogue Chitto.
The Rescue: Storm chaser Ashton Lemley, who has been chasing storms since 2010, heard the kitten meowing. He found it hiding between wooden posts under a layer of insulation. The kitten appeared uninjured.
What Happened Next: Lemley handed the kitten to a volunteer disaster-response group for safety. He described the scene as "heartbreaking."
Status of the Owners: The kitten's owners have not been located. Those interested in adoption have been encouraged to come forward.
In Lemley's Words: "I found the situation heartbreaking."