NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 26, 2026Hillsborough
Alligator Removed from Tampa Hospital Grounds
A Tampa police officer and a professional animal trapper safely removed an 8-foot alligator from the property of a local hospital. Authorities are using the incident to remind the public to keep a safe distance from alligators and to report dangerous animals to state wildlife officials.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
Knowing how to safely report nuisance alligators helps keep both residents and local wildlife safe.
Key Facts
- An 8-foot alligator was found on the grounds of a Tampa hospital.
- The Tampa Police Department assisted in the safe removal of the animal.
- Residents should call the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 866-392-4286 to report alligators longer than four feet.