Manatees rescued from Florida storm drain

Rescuers in Florida have freed a group of at least 17 manatees stuck in a storm drain.

SeaWorld crews, state wildlife officials and Satellite Beach firefighters worked together throughout the night.

A large backhoe was used to lift the mammals.

All the rescued manatees were released back into the water.

Officials say Manatees occasionally swim into storm drains, but some larger animals can get wedged and stuck.