The Brief

After heavy rains moved through Central Florida overnight, parts of Lake County flooded, including Mount Dora.

Several roads are closed because of flooding, including Wolf Branch Road. A home near the road filled with water, with levels reaching as high as up to someone’s knees.

What we know:

FOX 35’s David Martin toured the home and talked with the homeowners. Flood waters made their way into multiple parts of the home including the garage, hallways and a guest room.

A small gator was also spotted in the flooded backyard. The homeowner, Brigitta Martinez, said she also saw snakes.

Homeowners are still assessing the damage, but they said they lost a lot of things.

"A lot of furniture…a lot of things," Martinez said. "A lot of clothes."

The homeowners have been through thi

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