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Wildlife After Storms
How to stay safe when wild animals appear after major storms.
In brief
How to stay safe when wild animals appear after major storms. After storms, keep distance from alligators, report stranded manatees via FWC hotlines, and secure food to avoid bear encounters. Originally reported by Valleynewslive.
Alligators and Snakes
Wildlife may be more visible after a major storm, especially in flooded areas.
Report Alligator Concerns
Keep away from alligators and snakes. Report concerns to the Nuisance Alligator Hotline at 866-392-4286.
Stranded Manatees and Sea Turtles
Rough weather can strand manatees or wash sea turtle hatchlings ashore. Report via Wildlife Alert Hotline at (888) 404-3922.
The bottom line
After storms, keep distance from alligators, report stranded manatees via FWC hotlines, and secure food to avoid bear encounters.
