I noticed something unexpected on the street yesterday. I initially assumed it was just some fabric remnants or perhaps a hose that had been left on the sidewalk.Something prompted me to pause and examine it more closely just as I was ready to pass it.My heart almost stopped when I got closer because of what I saw.Since it proved to be a genuine..
I recognized it as a grass snake as I drew closer. crushed. In the midst of a city roadway, a snake. Cars were passing, people were rushing by, yet I was the only one who seemed to notice. I felt cold.
Furthermore, this was not a singular occurrence.
There has been a noticeable increase in the number of snakes in recent weeks. In neighborhood discussions, people have been telling stories about finding one in their lawn or seeing one close to their front door.
There have even been reports of snakes entering apartments through balcony breaches or ventilation shafts. They seemed to be everywhere, as though the line separating “their” world from ours had vanished.
According to experts, the loss of their native habitats and climate change are to blame for this. Even while grass snakes aren’t poisonous, it might nevertheless be unnerving to see one close to your house.
How to keep yourself safe:
Avoid leaving trash, leaf heaps, boards, or other hiding places that could draw snakes to your yard or balcony.
Seal cracks and openings for air, particularly on lower floors.
Verify your bags and shoes before leaving them in cold or unheated places.
If you spot a snake, call animal rescue services (check your area’s number), don’t freak out, and don’t touch it.
We must learn to coexist with nature as it pushes into the city. But it won’t harm to remain vigilant and watchful.
