Cape Coral fire crews respond to vehicle fire, rescue stranded drivers from flooded roadway

Carson ZornCAPE CORAL, Fla. —

On Monday, Cape Coral fire crews responded to a vehicle fire and water-related incidents.

According to the Cape Coral Fire Department, units responded to a vehicle fire on Northeast 31st Terrace. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures. No injuries were reported.

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Cape Coral Fire Department

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Later in the day, crews assisted drivers whose vehicles had become disabled after entering the flooded roadway between Lowe’s and Cape Coral High School.

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Cape Coral Fire Department

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The flooded area was then blocked off with fire line tape, cones, and barricades. CCFD said the incident serves as a reminder not to drive on flooded roadways. If a roadway is flooded or blocked, drivers are advised to turn around and find an alternative route.

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Cape Coral Fire Department

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