Alligator attack in Central Florida river kills hiker near Orlando

A 31-year-old Florida woman died after an alligator bit off one arm and mauled the other while she and two companions waded in the Econlockhatchee River near Orlando; a 911 call captured the frantic distress as rescuers arrived; two large alligators were captured and DNA tested to identify the attacker; officials cited mating-season behavior and drought-related low water; authorities say alligator attacks are rare but several incidents have occurred recently.