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== Skepticism & Alternative Explanations ==
Possible rational explanations for the reported encounter include:
* Misidentification of a person wearing a costume or long clothing, especially in low light.
* Visual distortion caused by diminishing daylight, which can exaggerate shapes and movements.
* Natural wildlife sounds—such as fox calls or owl screeches—that can resemble human screams.
* Heightened emotional state and isolation contributing to perception of threat or supernatural presence.
* The overhead “shadow” may have been a large bird or simply an impression created by environmental lighting changes.