Manatee stuck in Melbourne Beach storm drain now at SeaWorld Orlando

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — An adult manatee found stuck in a Melbourne Beach storm drain on Monday is now being treated at SeaWorld Orlando, according to SeaWorld spokesperson, Stephanie Bechara.

Bechara said multiple agencies were involved in safely removing the manatee from the storm drain before it was transported to SeaWorld Monday evening.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission first reported that the animal was stuck in the drain. Officials said the manatee appeared active and in good health…

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