Florida Woman's Limbs Severed by Alligator in Deadly River Attack Over Weekend

A 31-year-old woman died Sunday after an alligator bit off both her arms while swimming in the Econlockhatchee River in Central Florida, leaving a child injured in the same incident, as part of a recent surge in attacks in the region. The victim was with friends at the time of the attack, which occurred near Orlando. Authorities are investigating the cause of the alligator's aggressive behavior, which has left local residents on high alert. The incident marks one of several recent alligator attacks in Florida that have resulted in serious injuries or fatalities.