A tragic incident occurred at Lake Kissimmee State Park where a woman was killed by an alligator during a canoeing trip. Witnesses alerted authorities who responded with boats and helicopters. Initial investigations suggest that the victim encountered the alligator and fell into the water. The area is known for its high alligator population, which numbers approximately 1.3 million statewide. Notably, most alligator bite incidents involve human error or negligence. The attack comes during mating season, when alligators are more aggressive and active, possibly exacerbated by drought conditions displacing their habitats.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission stated that preliminary information indicates a woman was canoeing and encountered an alligator, which led to her tragic death.
University experts recommend approaching wetlands and marsh areas with caution, akin to the precautions one would take in bear country or in shark-infested waters.
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