Highlands deputies locate missing infant and toddler

AVON PARK, Fla. - Deputies in Highlands County were searching for a missing infant and toddler whom they believe may be in danger, but have since said they were found safe.

On Thursday, the sheriff's office said a 1-month-old and 15-month-old were believed to be with their mother. A Florida Missing Child Alert was issued late Thursday night, but has canceled.

Highlands County deputies said the children are safe, but did not say if the mother was located. 

No other information wa provided.