By Kayleen Holder
Editor
A 9-year-old Devine girl was bitten by a rattlesnake this past Friday, June 6th around 3 in the afternoon. Her family reports that she nearly lost her hand due to the severe swelling it caused, but she is okay now, and while they wish to remain anonymous, they wanted to remind others that it is that time of year to watch out for snakes on the move. We also spoke to the local wildlife biologist on some practical things that deter and or attract snakes.
The child was reportedly outside in the back yard, even with several dogs around, when she was struck on the hand without any rattling or warning.
“She was picking up sticks to make a ‘nest’ for her toy dragons when it happened,”…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!
