Snake Encounters Increase in Houston as Temperatures Rise

Snake Activity and Local Species

• 🌡️ Rising temperatures in Houston are causing hibernating snakes to become active.
• 🐍 Houston is home to various snakes, including copperheads, cotton mouths, rattlesnakes, and several nonvenomous species.
• ⚠️ Experts warn that as snakes emerge, the likelihood of encountering them increases.

What to Do If Bitten

• 🚫 If bitten by a snake, experts advise not to touch the wound, apply ice, or attempt to suck out venom.
• 🚑 Instead, keep the affected area still and below heart level, and call 911 immediately.

Personal Encounters and Safety

• 🏃 A common reaction to seeing a snake is to run away from it.
• 🏞️ One encounter at the Kickoro Mr. Preserve involved a large snake that was unfazed by people nearby, highlighting the importance of maintaining distance.
• 📸 Documenting encounters, like taking a picture, can be a way to remember the event, especially if you quickly retreat.