Golden Retriever Survives Three-Day Ordeal Trapped in Landslide
August 24, 2026
In a heartening turn of events, a golden retriever named Lexa was found alive after being buried under a landslide for three days, providing a glimmer of hope to her anxious family.
Volunteers work to save Lexa
The two-year-old canine faced the ordeal in General Trias, Cavite, Philippines, when a landslide caused by heavy rainfall struck her family’s residence. The disaster occurred on August 7, when the soil behind the house gave way, sending a cascade of mud and debris through the property.
Although the family was successfully evacuated from the affected area, Lexa was tragically left behind amid the chaos.
For three days, the family feared they had lost Lexa to the devastation. However, faint barking sounds emanating from beneath the rubble offered a glimmer of hope.
Determined to save her, volunteers initiated a rescue operation using tools like jackhammers to carefully excavate the debris. The urgency of the situation was palpable as they worked tirelessly to reach the dog.
After an intense effort, the rescuers finally managed to create a small passage through which Lexa emerged, greeted with relief and joy by her rescuers and family who had been unwavering in their hope and efforts.
Lexa’s survival story offers a poignant message about the power of hope, even in the direst of situations.
