Marcus Heltne Damli and his partner, Sophie, have recovered their cat, Luna, four days after a major fire destroyed their home in Krokstadelva. While the couple expresses relief that Luna survived the blaze, they continue their search for their second cat, Felix, who remains missing following the incident that occurred last Friday.
Recovery of Luna from the fire site
The couple, who have lived in Krokstadelva since the fall of 2024, lost their home and all personal belongings in the fire. On Tuesday morning, they received notification that volunteers had discovered Luna within the restricted fire zone. According to Heltne Damli, the cat had likely remained in the same location for four days without food or water.
Luna is currently receiving treatment at an animal hospital for burn injuries to her face, ears, paws, and nose. While Heltne Damli noted that the situation remains somewhat uncertain, veterinarians are positive about her recovery, and she is reported to be in good general condition despite her injuries.
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The search efforts in Krokstadelva have involved hundreds of volunteers working day and night, with a designated meeting point established at Stenseth school to coordinate the search for ten missing cats.
The ongoing search for Felix
Despite the recovery of Luna, the status of the couple’s second cat, Felix, remains unknown. Felix is a one-year-old grey and white male cat. Sophie stated that both pets are very home-oriented, which leads the couple to believe that Felix may still be within the restricted area. However, they face difficulties in searching for him due to access restrictions imposed on the site.
Community and volunteer response
The search for displaced pets has been supported by hundreds of volunteers, including members of the Norwegian animal welfare organization Dyrebeskyttelsen. Heltne Damli described the community effort as “fantastic” and “absurd,” noting the commitment of those working to locate the missing animals. While the couple previously gained hope from a photograph published in the media, it remains unclear if the cat depicted in that image was indeed one of theirs or another pet, such as the cat Zelda, belonging to the Kenneth Ulsrud family.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current health status of the cat found?
Luna is currently receiving treatment at an animal hospital for burns to her face, ears, paws, and nose. Veterinarians are positive regarding her recovery.
How many pets are still missing in the area?
According to volunteers at the search meeting point at Stenseth school, there are ten cats still reported as missing following the fire.
Why is it difficult to find the remaining missing cat?
The owners note that while they believe Felix may still be in the area, they do not have permission to enter the restricted zone where the fire occurred.
What steps should residents in affected areas take to coordinate effectively with local volunteer search teams?
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