"Coast Guard's Dramatic Cliffside Dog Rescue and Reunion Captured on Video in Oregon"
On New Year's Day, a dog named Leo was rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard after falling off a cliff at Ecola State Park in Oregon. The dramatic rescue involved an aircrew from Astoria who lowered a rescue swimmer and hoisting basket to retrieve the injured dog from a secluded beach. The rescue was captured on video and ended with a heartwarming reunion between Leo and his owners in a nearby parking lot. Leo sustained some cuts and bruises but is expected to recover fully. The operation was supported by local fire departments from Cannon Beach, Nehalem Bay, and Seaside.