Horrified villagers living in fear after hundreds of venomous snakes escape farm as floodwaters crush city
Heavy rains caused a reservoir dam collapse in Hengzhou, China, leading to severe flooding. The flood damaged a snake breeding farm, releasing around 900 venomous snakes into the city. Emergency responders are searching for the reptiles while treating at least one snakebite victim and addressing broader flood impacts.
- ▪The partial collapse of a reservoir dam in Hengzhou sent torrents of water into the city, killing 26 people and leaving nine missing.
- ▪Approximately 900 snakes, including cobras, king rat snakes, and water snakes, escaped from a breeding farm after floodwaters destroyed the facility.
- ▪Local authorities have stocked anti-venom and advised residents on how to avoid snake encounters.
- ▪At least one person has been bitten by an escaped snake and is receiving medical treatment.
- ▪The flooding also affected wildlife, with over 100 animals missing from a nearby zoo and rescue efforts for cats and dogs ongoing.
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