Emergency Teams Launch Trench Rescue After Construction Site Collapse

March 09, 2026 | Cape Coral, FL

Rescue teams are working to free individuals trapped in a collapsed trench at a construction site in Cape Coral. The Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team has been activated to handle the emergency. The incident took place at 2513 SW 3rd Place, with operations continuing as of 1:45 p.m. on March 9. Emergency responders are coordinating via channel CC TAC 2.

usar team activated & e/r totally collapsed trench at this time extrications underway Operations on cc tac 2.

Details on injuries or the number of people affected remain unavailable at this time. The situation is ongoing, and further updates will be shared as information emerges.

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