Gators on the Loose in Lakeland Neighborhood!

Residents of a Lakeland neighborhood are on edge this week after several alligators were spotted in the area. The gators, which range in size from four to six feet long, have been seen near a retention pond and in residents' yards.

Lakeland Animal Control has been notified and is working to remove the alligators from the area. So far, however, they have been unsuccessful in capturing them.

In the meantime, residents are being advised to keep their pets indoors and to avoid walking near the pond or any other bodies of water where alligators may be present.

This is not the first time alligators have been spotted in this neighborhood. In fact, it's something that seems to be happening more and more often lately.

Lakeland Animal Control advises residents that if they see an alligator in their neighborhood, they should call them immediately so that they can come out and remove it. Do not try to capture or kill the alligator yourself.

Florida Family Finds Alligator in Their swimming Pool!

For the last few days, Floridians have been sharing their alligator sightings on social media. But for one family, it was a little too close for comfort.

The Marks family was enjoying a morning in their swimming pool when they spotted an alligator swimming towards them! They quickly got out of the pool and called animal control.

While it's not unheard of to find alligators in Florida ponds and lakes, it is unusual to find them in swimming pools. Thankfully, animal control was able to remove the alligator without any drama.

This incident just goes to show that you never know what you'll find in Florida! Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for alligators, snakes, and other wildlife while you're out and about.

Alligator Sightings on the Rise in Metro Houston Area!

Houston experienced a record number of alligator sightings in 2016 and officials warn that the trend is likely to continue into 2017. The creatures have been spotted in local ponds, ditches, and even people's yards.

Many residents are concerned about the safety of their families and pets. Experts say that while alligators are certainly dangerous, they are not typically aggressive towards humans unless they feel threatened.

In order to avoid an encounter with an alligator, it is important to be aware of their habitats and to take proper precautions when walking or running near water. Officials advise everyone in the Houston area to keep a watch out for these reptiles and to use caution when interacting with them.

Alligator Found Wandering Around Franconia Township Neighborhood!

Residents in Franconia Township were alarmed Wednesday morning when an alligator was found meandering through their neighborhood!

The alligator, which is around 5 feet long, was first spotted by a resident on Stenton Avenue. The gator was later seen near a playground and a retention pond.

Officials from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission were called in to capture the alligator. After several hours of unsuccessfully trying to coax the alligator into a trap, they finally managed to capture it using a net.

It's not clear how the alligator ended up in the suburban Philadelphia neighborhood, but officials say it's likely that it was someone's pet that either got loose or was released intentionally.

Alligators are not native to Pennsylvania and it is illegal to own one as a pet without a permit.

Gator Escapes from Louisiana Swamp and Ends Up in Texas Park

A 400-pound alligator found its way from a Louisiana swamp to a park in Texas, confounding experts who said the animal was unlikely to make the cross-state journey.

The gator, dubbed "Hank" by locals, was captured after spending several weeks sunning himself on a bank in Marion County Park, some 900 miles from where he was likely born.

"It's amazing that it traveled that far," Marion County Park Superintendent Chris Stephens said. "Alligators don't typically travel that far."

Biologists believe Hank's epic journey is the first time an alligator has swum from Louisiana to Texas. The animals are not known for their long-distance swimming abilities, and typically stick close to their home territories.

While the cause of Hank's interstate adventure is unknown, some have speculated that he may have been displaced by unusually high flooding in his native state.

Hank is currently being held at a wildlife refuge in Louisiana while officials decide what to do with him.