New Jersey Kitten Rescued from Waste Compactor

In a heart-stopping rescue, a New Jersey recycling truck driver saved a kitten from a near-tragic fate inside a waste compactor. Acting on a last-minute gut feeling, the driver conducted a thorough inspection of his truck, discovering the frightened kitten just in time. The young cat, now affectionately named “Squishy,” miraculously survived her ordeal unscathed and is currently being cared for while awaiting adoption into a forever home. This remarkable rescue highlights the importance of vigilance and compassion in everyday work, turning an ordinary day into an extraordinary life-saving moment.

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