BOISE, Idaho — Fire Crews with the Boise Fire Department have been busy with a highly active fire season in the Treasure Valley. They have to be prepared for anything and never know what the next call will bring.
Engine 10's crew was surprised on August 15 when they responded to an unusual situation. An owl that flew down the chimney of a Boise house was stuck inside the fireplace.
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The crew made sure to remind Boise Residents that they are "owl-ways here for you when you need us, Boise!" in a Facebook post with pictures of the recently rescued bird.
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His expression says it all, this owl is happy to be free thanks to the Boise Fire Department.