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Alligators displaced from Hurricane Milton are turning up in unexpected places

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https://apple.news/AVeRt86NBQ9u5rwT-anzBfQ

The article states that hurricane Milton has caused floods leading the Alligators to show up in unexpected places. Alligators have supposedly been found on front porches of houses but that they shouldn't be looking to bite humans, but to still stay aware and keep yourself safe.
https://apple.news/AVeRt86NBQ9u5rwT-anzBfQ
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Numerous reports have emerged about homeowners impacted by Hurricane Milton, with sightings of alligators in their residences. This article is factual and impartial. You can view a video documenting the alligators in homes here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXpLghrQ_6I

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I have seen many articles about different homes across the south that have been hit with the hurricane and are encountering alligators in their homes and streets. One article that said this was https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/watch-alligator-makes-post-hurricane-visit-to-carrollwood-home/ 

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The article you attached contains convincing video footage. However, the source's reliability is shaky due to red flags such as a link promoting the author's personal Instagram. Your analysis could also benefit from additional information. For example, what other 'many' articles have you seen asserting this claim, and who were they written by?

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