# Utah cat survives apartment fire by hiding in closet for three days

A cat in Utah was found alive after an apartment fire, having survived for three days by sheltering in a closet. The animal was discovered during a subsequent search of the damaged unit. The story offers a heartening reminder of pet resilience in emergencies.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/aug/05/toast-the-cat-utah-fire) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:00:17 GMT