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Ybor City Chicks Trapped In Storm Drain Rescued By Firefighters

Firefighters responded to the frantic squawks of a mama hen whose four chicks fell into a storm drain while they were taking a stroll.

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The mama hen inspects her chicks after Tampa firefighters rescued them. (Tampa Fire Rescue)
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Three of the frightened chicks huddle in the storm drain. (Tampa Fire Rescue)
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The mama hen waits anxiously nearby with her remaining chicks as firefighters retrieve four of her chicks from the storm drain. (Tampa Fire Rescue)
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Tampa firefighters discuss the best way to retrieve the chicks, ultimately settling on using a swimming pool leaf scoop. (Tampa Fire Rescue)
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Tampa firefighters discuss the best way to retrieve the chicks, ultimately settling on using a swimming pool leaf scoop. (Tampa Fire Rescue)

TAMPA, FL — Ybor City's famous roaming roosters and chickens have something to crow about, thanks to Tampa Fire Rescue.

On Tuesday, firefighters responded to the frantic squawks of a mama hen whose four chicks fell into a storm drain while they were taking a stroll around Ybor City.

With a full contingent of ladders, rope and other equipment at their disposal, firefighters retrieved the chicks from the storm drain and reunited them with their grateful mama hen.

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