Over 100 Cats Rescued From Disabled School Bus in Albuquerque
The City of Albuquerque's Animal Welfare Department rescued over 100 cats from a disabled school bus located near the Loma Linda Community Center.
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, November 9, 2026 —
Authorities in Albuquerque have successfully conducted a large-scale animal rescue operation, recovering more than 100 cats from a disabled school bus. The operation was carried out by the City of Albuquerque’s Animal Welfare Department.
The abandoned school bus, which served as the impromptu shelter for the felines, was discovered near the Loma Linda Community Center. Details regarding the exact date of the rescue, the condition of the cats, or the circumstances leading to the animals being housed in the bus were not immediately available.
The City of Albuquerque’s Animal Welfare Department is responsible for the oversight and care of animals within the city limits. Rescues of this magnitude often require significant resources and coordinated efforts to ensure the welfare of the animals involved. The department typically handles cases of animal neglect, abuse, and abandonment, working to place rescued animals into safe and suitable environments, often through adoption programs.
In this specific incident, the discovery of over 100 cats in a single, confined location highlights the challenges animal welfare organizations can face. The exact timeline for the cats’ placement following the rescue was not provided. Information about any individuals associated with the bus or the animals has not been disclosed.
Further details on the condition of the rescued cats and the next steps in their care and potential adoption were not made public. The City of Albuquerque’s Animal Welfare Department did not provide information on whether any violations or investigations are pending in relation to this discovery.
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