A tragic fire at Long Island's Happy Cat Sanctuary resulted in the death of its owner, Chris Arsenault, and the loss of at least 100 cats. Authorities have determined that the fire is undetermined in cause but not suspicious, implying no foul play. The blaze potentially initiated from propane-fed portable heaters. Firefighters managed to control the fire quickly, but damage was extensive. Despite the loss, rescuers are working diligently to capture surviving cats, with over 30 already taken to hospitals for treatment due to serious injuries.
The tragic fire at the Happy Cat Sanctuary killed owner Chris Arsenault and at least 100 cats, with authorities declaring the cause as undetermined and not suspicious.
Brookhaven Fire Marshal Chris Mehrmann noted that the fire might have been caused by propane-fed portable heaters in the area of origin, although the cause remains undetermined.
As rescuers work to save the surviving cats, more than 30 have already been located and transferred to hospitals for treatment, with some in critical condition.
Holes cut into the sanctuary's walls and floors facilitated the spread of the blaze, which quickly consumed the entire structure before firefighters could fully contain it.
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