The state is also home to an estimated 1.3 million alligators, although not all live in areas affected by Hurricane Milton, which crossed central Florida Wednesday night and early Thursday.

As if Hurricane Milton’s devastating winds and storm surge were not enough to worry about, a wildlife expert is warning of another danger— hungry alligators. Christopher Gillette, who operates ...

Christopher Gillette of Bellowing Acres Sanctuary talks about preparing crocodiles, alligators, birds and more for Hurricane Milton, and what humans should look out for in the aftermath.

Today's Climate From Displacing Alligators to Stranding Manatees, How Hurricanes Disrupt Wildlife There are winners and losers across the animal kingdom when a tropical storm hits.