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Over 400 swimmers take part in special race in the Florida Keys

Islamorada, Florida – On Saturday, more than 400 swimmers plunged into the ocean for a special race in the Florida Keys.

Contestants from around the country competed in Swim for Alligator Lighthouse, an 8-mile open water challenge.

The race is held to raise awareness for preserving the almost 150-year-old Alligator Reef Lighthouse.

The event also raises scholarship funds for students in the Keys interested in competitive swimming.

Tampa swimmer Connor Signorin won first place for the second year in a row. He finished in 3 hours and 8 minutes.

 

Alfred Duncan

Alfred Duncan is a freelance journalist and local reporter based in Coral Springs. As a beach lover, he only wants to be close by the ocean. Alfred reports for MDMH Coral Springs and writes columns for multiple national magazines.

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