NORTHEAST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Miami-Dade Fire Rescue came to the aid of an injured animal, Wednesday.

Fire Boat 21 responded to reports of a pelican in distress off the Cricket Club in Northeast Miami-Dade.

The pelican was wrapped in a fishing line. After several attempts, the crew was finally able to untangle the bird.

The crew snapped a few pictures before taking the bird to Pelican Harbor Seabird Station for further evaluation and treatment.

The pelican is expected to recover.

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