Authorities in Tacoma, Washington discovered an abandoned sailboat anchored off Owen Beach that turned out to be crewed entirely by a colony of more than 30 cats. Tacoma Police’s Marine Services Unit responded to reports of the abandoned boat on August 6, 2026, finding dozens of cats and kittens living in unsafe conditions inside. Rescuers use “cat math” to estimate the true numberExtracting the animals proved difficult given the boat’s tight quarters and countless hiding spots. Tacoma Police DepartmentTacoma Police confirmed that through a coordinated effort between the Marine Services Unit, Animal Control and its Forensics Unit, every cat and kitten was ultimately safely removed from the boat. A Kansas cat was rescued by firefighters after hiding inside a reclining chair to avoid a trip to the vet.