WASHINGTON COURT HOUSE — In a heartwarming turn of events, a small kitten was rescued on Monday after a frightening ordeal at Ultimate Shine Car Wash, located at 115 Crossing Drive. The kitten, now affectionately named “Turbo Rinse,” was discovered by a car wash attendant near the turbo blaster section of the tunnel, drenched and visibly shaken.

It is believed that the kitten, an orange-and-white tabby, may have taken refuge underneath a vehicle. When the car entered the wash, the powerful turbo blasters likely flushed the kitten out from its hiding spot and into the path of the high-pressure water jets. After being hand-dried by a car wash attendant, the fluffed-up furball, no more than 6-weeks-old, was carefully retrieved by Kierra Mills, the quick-thinking team lead, during a routine inspection of the car wash tunnel.

“I heard a kitten meowing and followed the sound until I found him. He looked terrified, soaking wet, and shaking, so I brought him inside our main office and began drying him off as quickly as I could,” said Mills.

Ultimate Shine Car Wash site manager Jessica Bellomy added, “We’re happy to be a part of the community and grateful for the work of the humane society.”

The kitten was promptly dried off and taken to the Fayette Regional Humane Society, where it received a thorough check-up. “Turbo” appears to have escaped the ordeal without any injuries and now rests comfortably, receiving plenty of warmth and care.

“This could have ended very differently if not for the attentiveness of the car wash staff,” said Brad Adams, FRHS chief humane agent. “It’s a reminder to always check under your vehicle, especially if you have cats or kittens on your property.”

“Turbo Rinse” has a touch of a cold but will be available for adoption after he receives treatment, all his vaccinations, is microchipped, and neutered.

About the Fayette Regional Humane Society:

The Fayette Regional Humane Society is a nonprofit organization committed to championing the welfare of animals. Its core mission revolves around rescuing animals in distress, offering care for homeless pets, and advocating for the vital causes of adoption and spay/neuter initiatives. Operating within the Fayette County region, FRHS extends its services to encompass spay/neuter procedures, support for community cats, adoption programs, basic medical assistance, and humane law enforcement efforts. To learn more about the Fayette Regional Humane Society and its ongoing endeavors, please visit fayetteregionalhumane.org.