Florida is so much more than just the odd news headlines and stereotypes. And yet, you can’t deny that the weirdness there is sometimes off the charts. The world is full of strange events and bizarre people, but The Sunshine State feels like it is home to more of them than usual. It is known all over the internet for being in headlines for some of the most unhinged and chaotic things ever.
If you’re in the mood for a good laugh and have your mind blown a bit, our team at Bored Panda has collected some of the wildest and funniest moments that encapsulate the weird side of Florida. Scroll down to check them out, just watch out for the alligators and falling iguanas.
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#41 Over The Weekend, One Of Our Marine Deputies Made An Unexpected Rescue - Two Adventurous Individuals Decided To Take An Inflatable Pool Out To Sea
While it seemed like smooth sailing at first, the Gulf had other plans. Thankfully, our deputy was nearby and safely brought them back to shore.
We're glad everyone made it back safely - but let this serve as a reminder: inflatable pools belong in the backyard, not open water.
We're glad everyone made it back safely - but let this serve as a reminder: inflatable pools belong in the backyard, not open water.
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#44 A Man Caught On Camera Licking The Doorbell
A bizarre doorbell-licking incident was captured on camera, this time in Lake Worth, Florida. In this latest video, a man is seen standing outside the homeowner's front door before leaning in to lick the video doorbell several times. The man is holding what appears to be a stack of newspapers or a phone book and pauses for a few seconds to point at various sections of what he's holding, though it's unclear what he's trying to point out. He leans in for a few last licks before turning away.
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31points
#47 Young Kangaroo Hops Around Florida Town After Brazen Escape, Owner Charged
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#49 Florida Man Had Hours-Long Junk Food Binge In Closed Walgreens
Security camera footage showed the male entering the business at 9:40 pm and entering the restroom. The male is then seen exiting the bathroom at 2:42 am and walking around the store, treating himself to various merchandise items, including food and cigarettes. The male made no attempts to exit the business or call for help to get out.
Morgan was found to have taken and consumed several items, including Tostitos spinach dip, chips, Reese’s chocolate, Ghirardelli chocolate bars, Dr. Pepper, and Newport cigarettes, while inside the store. Morgan resisted efforts to place him in the back of a patrol car and spat on an officer after being placed in the car.
Morgan was found to have taken and consumed several items, including Tostitos spinach dip, chips, Reese’s chocolate, Ghirardelli chocolate bars, Dr. Pepper, and Newport cigarettes, while inside the store. Morgan resisted efforts to place him in the back of a patrol car and spat on an officer after being placed in the car.
27points
