SACRAMENTO – Crews have rescued two people and a dog that got trapped inside a shelter surrounded by water in North Sacramento on Tuesday.

The scene was in a drainage ditch near Natoma Street and Tenaya Avenue.

As Sacramento Fire rescue crews soon discovered, the people were stuck in a makeshift shelter that had gotten surrounded by water.

Crews went out on rescue boats. Due to the high wind, Sacramento Fire says a helicopter wasn't able to help with the situation.

Two people and a dog were rescued. No injuries were reported, crews say.

The situation should serve as a reminder for people to be mindful of rising waters, Sacramento Fire says.