In a heart-stopping incident caught on CCTV, a baby was dramatically swept down a storm drain in Alexander Heights, sparking a frantic rescue operation.
The shocking footage shows the infant being pulled into the drain during heavy rainfall, with emergency services and brave locals rushing to the scene.
The Terrifying Moment
Witnesses described the horrifying scene as the child was suddenly dragged into the drainage system. "It happened so fast – one second the baby was there, the next it was gone," said one shaken onlooker.
Race Against Time
Emergency crews worked tirelessly to locate and extract the infant from the underground pipes. Firefighters, police and paramedics coordinated a complex operation to reach the child as distraught family members looked on.
Miraculous Outcome
After what seemed like an eternity, rescuers successfully retrieved the baby from the drainage system. Medical teams immediately provided emergency care before transporting the child to hospital.
"This was nothing short of a miracle," said one of the first responders at the scene. "The teamwork and quick thinking of everyone involved saved this child's life."
Safety Warnings
The incident has prompted local authorities to issue urgent safety advice to parents during periods of heavy rainfall:
- Keep children well away from storm drains and fast-flowing water
- Be extra vigilant in flood conditions
- Report any damaged or unsecured drainage covers immediately
An investigation is now underway to determine how the child came to be in such danger and whether any safety measures need to be improved in the area.
