Marion County is expanding its commitment to newborn safety with the installation of its second Safe Haven Baby Box, offering parents in crisis another secure option to safely surrender their infants.

On the same day that Ocala celebrated its newest Safe Haven Baby Box, News 6 received a heartwarming update about a newborn named Zoey, who was rescued from one just two years ago this month.

Florida is getting its sixth Safe Haven Baby Box, a last resort option for women who want to anonymously surrender newborns.

Florida is getting its second Safe Haven Baby Box, a a last resort option for women who want to anonymously surrender newborns.

A newborn was surrendered to Florida’s first Safe Haven Baby Box in Ocala, marking the first time the box has been used.