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Alligator Attack Closes Rainbow River
22 Jun
Summary
- A snorkeler was bitten by an alligator on Sunday.
- Rainbow River was temporarily closed due to the incident.
- Authorities located and removed the alligator.
The popular Rainbow River in Dunnellon experienced a temporary closure on Sunday following an alligator encounter. A snorkeler sustained a bite from an alligator, prompting an immediate response from local authorities. The Marion County Sheriff's Office collaborated with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to address the situation.
Their joint efforts were successful in locating the alligator responsible for the bite. The animal was subsequently removed from the area. Following the safe removal of the alligator, the Rainbow River has been reopened, allowing recreational activities to resume.
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