Young hawk returned to nest after fall through efforts of Newnan first responders, utility workers

NEWNAN, Ga. — Through a team effort of Newnam Utilities, the Newnan Fire Department and the Newnan Police Department, a young hawk was able to get home safely.

According to the Newnan police, the young hawk fell out of its nest.

Police said they talked to a falconry expert and a wildlife organization to figure out what to do next.

“After consulting with a local falconry expert and the Chattahoochee Nature Center, it was determined that this was the best possible outcome,” police said.

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