[Chi-Town]

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.

[romstric]

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.

[jazzy48]

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.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by jazzy48

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?

[Chi-Town]

Very close. Did you hear anything?

[rubicon]

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?

[MJR3126]

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.

[Yung Dum]

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

[Chi-Town]

Originally Posted by MJR3126

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.

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

[wholman66]

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

[bike42]

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

[Topspinmo]

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.

[wholman66]

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

[asianthree]

Yep not a duck

[dbussone]

Originally Posted by wholman66

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

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