Monsoon Safety: The rainy season brings relief, but also some risks that people often underestimate. Including the arrival of snakes into homes and populated areas. Every year during the monsoon, cases of snake bites increase rapidly, especially in villages, farms and areas under construction. Many times people put their lives at risk due to lack of information or wrong home remedies.
At such a time, instead of panicking, having the right information is the biggest protection. If the symptoms of a snake bite are recognized in time and the patient is immediately taken to the hospital, life can be saved even in many serious cases. Therefore, caution, awareness and proper first aid are very important for every household during monsoon.
Why does the danger of snakes increase in the rain?
Due to continuous rainfall during monsoon, the snakes’ holes fill with water. In such a situation, they go out in search of a dry and safe place. Often they hide in home storerooms, gardens, fields, piles of wood and scrap, or in homes under construction. Mice and other small creatures are also more active during the rainy season. As snakes hunt, they become more visible around human settlements; If someone accidentally steps on them or disturbs them, the snake may attack to protect itself.
Thousands of people die every year in India
According to government figures, millions of people in India fall victim to snake bites every year. More than 50 thousand people die there. Experts believe that the main reason is not getting timely treatment and relying on home remedies. The situation becomes more serious due to lack of awareness in rural areas.
Who are the most venomous snakes in India?
1. Cobra
Cobra venom directly affects the nervous system. It is called a neurotoxin. If timely treatment is not received, the patient begins to experience difficulty breathing.
2. Russell’s viper
It is considered one of the most dangerous snakes in India. Its venom affects the blood clotting process and can cause internal bleeding.
3. Saw-scaled snake
The bite of this snake can cause severe pain, swelling, and problems with blood clotting. In many cases immediate treatment is necessary.
4. Crete
Krait venom also affects the nervous system. At first, the symptoms may seem mild, but later paralysis of the body and severe difficulty breathing may occur.
Easy ways to avoid snakes in the rain
A little caution during the rainy season can save you from a major accident.
Do not allow trash, wood, bricks, or garbage to accumulate around the house. Clean the bushes from time to time. Close cracks in walls and floors so snakes cannot enter. Install strong mesh on windows and doors and use door sweeps below. Always use a torch when going out at night. While working in fields or grassy areas, it is best to wear boots and thick gloves. Instead of placing the pots directly on the floor, place them on a stand.
How do you recognize the symptoms of a snake bite?
Early signs
Severe pain, burning, redness and swelling may appear in the bite area. Sometimes small teeth marks are also visible.
Severe symptoms
Symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling in the body, difficulty breathing, blurred vision, bleeding, low blood pressure, or loss of consciousness indicate a serious condition. In such a situation, there should not be a delay of even a minute.
What is the first thing to do if a snake bites?
First, keep the patient calm and do not allow him to move too much. Keep the part bitten by the snake still. Gently clean the wound with clean water and soap. Then, without wasting time, transport the patient to the nearest hospital, where anti-snake venom can be administered if necessary.
Don’t ever make these mistakes
Do not try to make an incision on the wound after a snake bite. The method of sucking poison through the mouth is completely wrong. Tying the bandage too tightly, and relying on traditional medicines, exorcisms, or home remedies can also be dangerous. The longer the delay in treatment, the greater the risk.
(Disclaimer: The information and information contained in this article is based on general assumptions. Indian news18 has not confirmed these assumptions. Contact the relevant expert before implementing them.)
