There’s Good News: ‘Dude’ the tortoise recovering well following Bend structure fire

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Bend Fire and Rescue took to social media Monday to share an update on a tiny survivor.

According to the agency, many concerned residents have reached out in recent weeks following a structure fire in SE Bend.

'Dude' the tortoise was rescued from the fire and is alive and well. Now, after a brief stay with the south station crew, he's recovering at The Reptile Zone while his family is in temporary housing.

Below is the full post from Bend Fire and Rescue:

"We heard many of you were concerned about the special family member that survived the structure fire in SE Bend a couple of weeks ago.

We wanted to provide an update to let you know that "Dude" the tortoise is alive and well!

After a brief stay with our south station crew, Dude has been graciously taken in by The Reptile Zone while his family is in temporary housing. We are so glad everyone is safe, including the Dude."