Firefighters Rescue 10-Foot Alligator from Cape Coral Storm Drain

In Cape Coral, Florida, firefighters and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) successfully rescued a 10-foot-6-inch alligator trapped in a storm drain. A passerby alerted authorities after discovering the alligator stuck under a home’s yard, prompting a coordinated rescue operation. Firefighters used a winch on their brush truck to lift the storm drain lid, allowing a trapper to safely extract the reptile. The alligator was then loaded onto a truck and will be relocated to a specialized gator farm, where it may also take part in a breeding program. The incident highlights the presence of alligators in urban areas and serves as a reminder for residents to report potentially dangerous wildlife encounters. The Cape Coral Fire Department expressed their commitment to community safety while handling such unique challenges.