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Barred Owl Rescued After Chimney Surprise in Home

1/20/2025

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A barred owl made an unexpected entrance into a Lower Merion Township home, squeezing through the chimney. Local police swiftly rescued the feathered intruder, releasing it back into the wild. Officials urge homeowners to install chimney caps to keep wildlife at bay, especially as the chill of winter drives animals in search of warmth.

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Story summary

A barred owl made an unexpected entrance into a Lower Merion Township home, squeezing through the chimney. Local police swiftly rescued the feathered intruder, releasing it back into the wild. Officials urge homeowners to install chimney caps to keep wildlife at bay, especially as the chill of winter drives animals in search of warmth.