The manatee was taken to SeaWorld Orlando for observation and care A dramatic manatee rescue in Melbourne Beach, Fla., unfolded at a moment of near-perfect timing, Brevard County Fire Rescue said, ...

Fire Rescue personnel from Brevard County had just wrapped up a large animal rescue training when crews were called to assist a manatee.

COVERING ORANGE COUNTY. LIVE IN ORLANDO BOB HAZEN WESH TWO NEWS. DEVELOPING RIGHT NOW ALL IS QUIET IN MELBOURNE BEACH AFTER A DRAMATIC RESCUE RIGHT UNDER THAT STORM DRAIN, CREWS SAVED A MANATEE STUCK ...

The Fish and Wildlife Research Institute said the 7-foot-long male juvenile manatee was underweight and had multiple open wounds on his underside near the tail and flippers. “The good news: ...

Officials said, “This is a perfect example of how important continuous training and education opportunities are" ...