An alligator was found inside a swimming pool in Florianópolis, last Friday (17).
The Military Environmental Police (PMA) was called to rescue the wild animal. According to authorities, they may have taken the alligator to the residence located in the Sambaqui neighborhood, located in the north of the island.
“The recent rains in the region have led many animals to leave their natural habitats and move to urban areas,” stated the corporation.
Also according to the police, in addition to the alligator, they were called to rescue a greaser in the Morro das Pedras neighborhood, in the south of the capital.
“In these situations, PMA acts to ensure the safety of animals and the population. After being assessed and deemed healthy, they are reintroduced into their natural environment,” police said.
Emergency situation
After the storm that hit the coast of Santa Catarina last Thursday (16), . According to Civil Defense, 1,039 people are homeless and 1,520 displaced.
The municipalities are: Camboriú, Tijucas, Biguaçu, Florianópolis, Porto Belo, Ilhota, Balneário Camboriú, São José, Palhoça, Governador Celso Ramos, Itapema, São Pedro de Alcântara and Gaspar.
