Photos: Here’s a look at some of the over 100 pets rescued after Hurricane Milton in Hillsborough County

By FOX 13 News Staff
Published  October 11, 2024 3:03pm EDT
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TAMPA, Fla. - Crews with Hillsborough County Fire Rescue have been busy saving people and pets since Hurricane Milton lashed the Bay Area earlier this week. 

In a social media post, the agency said as of Friday morning it had rescued 104 pets so, "ensuring that no one-human or animal – is left behind."

READ: Hurricane Milton: More than 500 rescues made in Hillsborough County

HCFR says the pets look lovingly at their rescuers with ‘pure gratitude and love."

Hillsborough County Fire Rescue saved more than 100 pets after Hurricane Milton. Image is courtesy of Hillsborough County Fire Rescue. 
This dog’s eyes say it all as he looks at Cpt. Dusty Mascaro from our HCFR TSAR team after being brought to safety. Image is courtesy of Hillsborough County Fire Rescue.
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Fire Rescue

The agency added, "We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to serve and protect all members of our community, big and small."

Hurricane Milton made landfall as a Category 3 storm on Siesta Key Wednesday night, bringing damaging winds and historic flooding to the Bay Area. 

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