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FWC provides important alligator safety advice

Andy Hodges by Andy Hodges
Jun 21, 2018 / 4:51 PM
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FWC urges people to keep their distance if they see an alligator.

FWC urges people to keep their distance if they see an alligator. (Photo: FWC)

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SEBASTIAN – Alligators become more active during warm weather months, and it’s not uncommon to see them throughout the state.

Most interactions consist of seeing alligators at a distance. However, if you have a concern about a specific alligator, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) urges you to call their toll-free Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-FWC-GATOR (392-4286).

“The FWC places the highest priority on public safety,” said Eric Sutton, FWC’s executive director. “When someone calls our Nuisance Alligator Hotline to report an alligator they believe poses a threat, we dispatch one of our contracted nuisance alligator trappers to resolve the situation.”

Although alligator bite incidents resulting in serious injury are rare in Florida, the FWC recommends taking precautions when having fun in and around the water. Alligators inhabit all 67 counties in Florida and can be found anywhere there is standing water.

Reduce the chances of conflicts with alligators by swimming only in designated swimming areas during daylight hours. Also, keep pets on a leash and away from the water.

Because alligators control their body temperature by basking in the sun, they may be easily observed. However, the FWC urges people to keep their distance if they see one. And never feed alligators because it is dangerous and illegal.

The FWC also works to keep Floridians and visitors informed, including providing advice about Living with Alligators.

Learn more about alligators at MyFWC.com/Alligator.

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