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Snake Bites Surge as Snakes Go Earlier | Wilmington News
Snake bites are surging nationwide this summer, with California already hitting its annual fatal bite total — and it’s getting terrifyingly personal. One child was bitten by a rattlesnake hiding under an Amazon package, spent two days in pediatric ICU, and the average bite requires 36 vials of antivenom. Warmer weather is waking up snakes earlier and pushing them into backyards and urban spaces. Experts warn: don’t try home remedies — stay still, call for help, and get to a hospital fast. This isn’t just a seasonal spike — it’s a wake-up call for everyone in snake country. Listen in…
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