NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Hillsborough CountyAugust 25, 2026Hillsborough
Dog Rescued from Tampa Storm Drain
An 8-year-old Shih Tzu was saved from a storm drain in a Tampa neighborhood yesterday. A local resident alerted animal control officers, who successfully retrieved the dog from the sewer.
Read the full story at WFLA (NBC 8) — Hillsborough CountyWhy It Matters
This incident highlights the importance of community reporting in ensuring the safety and welfare of animals in the county.
Key Facts
- The dog is an 8-year-old Shih Tzu.
- The rescue occurred in a Tampa neighborhood at the end of a dead-end street.
- A local resident helped animal control locate the dog.