Experts are warning those in areas affected by Hurricane Florence flood waters to be on the lookout for venomous snakes.
Experts are warning those in areas affected by Hurricane Florence flood waters to be on the lookout for venomous snakes, reports the Sun News. It's anticipated that many snake species, including cottonmouths and copperheads, will be displaced by the storm and end up in places they're not expected to be. That includes inside of homes. The potentially deadly creatures have also been known to hide beneath piles of debris and swim through the waters in flooded areas. It is being advised that, if possible, people avoid wading through the waters, notes the New York Post. Those who do get bitten should seek medical attention immediately. Other creatures to be on the lookout for are alligators and fire ants, both of which have been found inside flooded houses after extreme weather events.
