Three in the morning noise
 

Did anybody hear what sounds like gunshots or explosions early this morning? I know about threads regarding noises but this early? Have no idea but curious.

We live on Palmer - Riley. My wife heard a number of what she called gunshots. There were a number of sheriff cars riding up and down 466 during the noise. Interested in finding out what really happened.

I'm in Winifred and they sounded like they were in my back yard. My little yorkie went on guard like a pit bull. At 3-ish, I first heard at least three "shots," followed by another few. Shortly after those, I heard another set. I called 911 and was told they were patrolling the area trying to locate the source. Certainly unsettling to be awaken by those sounds.

Troubling. Are you close to him, Chi-town?

Very close. Did you hear anything?

I live in Bonnybrook and at 3:00 AM was awoken by what all of you describe. It occurred twice causing me to take a peek outside. I suspect but can verify that perhaps it is wood framing or siding expanding with the rising temperature?

Noises last night
 

I live near Lake Sumter and last night was awKened by a loud boom followed soon by what also sounded like rapid gunfire....very strange.

I heard similar noises in the afternoon. just 2 or 3 pops.

It did sound as if it was coming from Lake Sumter.

I didn't hear anything, but was it possibly the Navy bombing in the forest? I didn't read anything in the paper about.

duck hunting season
 

It's duck hunting season until January 25. See Waterfowl Hunting in Florida

Can't hunt ducks at 3AM only at dawn light to sun set at specific time and minute predetermined time when it starts and ends.

3:00am ducking, I do believe is illegal!!

Yep not a duck

That is a bit heavy armament for duck hunting, don't you think?