Stranded dog rescued along spillway surrounded by alligator-infested waters in Martin County

PALM CITY, Florida (WPBF) — A dog found stranded on a spillway surrounded by alligator-infested waters has survived, according to officials with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.

Belle Glade resident Wendy Diaz said her husband spotted the dog on a spillway with a 12-foot drop around the rim canal Tuesday in Port Mayaca.

Diaz said when her husband called her and told her he tried to rescue the dog but failed, she joined him, and they both tried again.

She said they dialed 911 for help, and the dispatcher sent Animal Services supervisors to the scene to rescue the dog.

“You can see the gators swimming around, and you know I was scared for the dog and also for us,” Diaz said. “Because I was thinking we need professionals to get her.”

Crews were able to rescue the dog. She was taken to the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast.

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