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'7 Sweet Ducklings, Stuck In A Storm Drain' Saved By Riverhead FD

"The ducklings were reunited with their mama."

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The ducklings were rescued from a storm drain near IHOP in Riverhead, fire officials said.
The ducklings were rescued from a storm drain near IHOP in Riverhead, fire officials said. (Courtesy Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department)

RIVERHEAD, NY — In a story that touched hearts, ducklings who were stuck in a storm drain in front of the IHOP in Riverhead were rescued recently.

According to the Rivehead Fire Department, a report came in about "wildlife in distress in front of IHOP not that long ago. Seven sweet ducklings were stuck in a storm drain — so we got them all out."

Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department.

"The little quackers are now safe and sound and ready back to mama," fire officials said.

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Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department.

Speaking with Patch Wednesday, fire officials told Patch: "The ducklings were reunited with their mama."

Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department.
Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department.

The news warmed hearts. Next to a photo of the hungry ducklings eating, someone said on Facebook: "They even got IHOP pancakes?! Lucky ducks."

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