If you live in Kentucky be on the look out for a large snake. The Erlanger Police Department has found evidence of some large snake activity in the area and has urged residents to exercise caution. No one wants to have that sort of surprise when they take the dog out for a morning stroll.
Kentucky Police Warn Of Large Snake : How Serious Is It?
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When some people hear the word snake, it creates a panic. For others, a slight inconvenience. So, how serious is this large snake threat in Kentucky? PEOPLE magazine shared that the "Erlanger Police Department shared that there have been no verified snake sightings."
If there have been no sightings, then how can they be warning people of a large snake? Although there have been no sightings, "officials did find tracks that a large reptile could have left." The Chief of the police department is investigating these "unverified snake sightings."
Local police received the call of an unverified snake sighting and arrived at the scene to investigate. While they did not see the snake themselves they did observe "large tracks." An expert was brought in and determined that the tracks could have been left by a large snake.
The warning went out to all local residents of this Kentucky area as a precaution. Due to the fact that the department has had "no credible sightings" they argue that their advice to residents is to be "cautious but not alarmed."
What Is Being Done And What You Should Do
The Kentucky police department has set up game cameras in the area where the tracks were left. They are hoping to get video footage of the large snake so they have a credible sighting. However, so far no sightings have been made. On their Facebook page, the police share tips on how to stay safe from large snakes.
The tips that they share are as follows:
- Stay Alert: remain aware of your surroundings, especially in areas that snakes like to inhabit such as grassy or wooded areas.
- Keep Pets Leashed: keep your dog or pet on a short leash to avoid having them wander into overgrown areas
- Secure Outdoor Spaces: Make sure backyards or any space you have is well maintained and free of hiding spots for snakes.
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you think you see a snake or anything unual call the police department ot keep them informed
- Educate Your Family: Share this information with your kids and family so everyone knows what to do and how to help the situation.
