Key takeaways:
- A delivery driver in Palm City, Florida was bitten by an eastern diamondback rattlesnake while making a delivery.
- Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes are the largest venomous snakes in North America, typically found in the southeastern United States.
- The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is warning people to be aware of their surroundings and to contact local authorities if they encounter a rattlesnake.
An Amazon delivery driver is in serious condition after being bitten by an eastern diamondback rattlesnake while making a delivery to a home in Palm City, Florida.
According to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, the woman was placing a package near the front door of the residence when the snake jumped out and bit her in the back of the leg, just above the knee. She immediately became ill and was transported to the hospital, where she is in very serious condition.
Eastern diamondback rattlesnakes are the largest venomous snakes in North America. They can grow to about 7 feet in length, but are more commonly about 4 feet. They are typically found in the southeastern United States, and are known for their distinctive diamond-shaped pattern and loud rattling sound.
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is warning people to be aware of their surroundings and to take precautions when dealing with potentially dangerous wildlife. They also urge people to contact local authorities if they encounter a rattlesnake.
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