Authorities in Washington state executed a six-day rescue operation to save 60 cats and kittens from an abandoned sailboat off Owen Beach. The Tacoma Police Department's Marine Services Unit initially responded to reports of the vessel, discovering over 30 cats in unsafe conditions. Collaboration with Animal Control and the Forensics Unit expanded the rescue to 60 animals. Despite believing all cats had been removed, officials emphasized ongoing precautions due to cats' ability to hide. The vessel remains under investigation, with warnings against unauthorized boarding. Over 40 cats were taken to the Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County, while others were placed in foster homes. The case highlights the challenges of rescuing animals from hazardous environments and the legal complexities surrounding such operations.