Three Venomous Snakes Rescued From Well In Odisha’s Sundargarh
While the exact species of the snakes is yet to be confirmed, officials said the reptiles measured approximately six to seven feet in length and were highly venomous, posing a significant threat to human safety
Bhubaneswar: In a swift response operation, officials of the forest department on Friday rescued three venomous snakes from a well inside a residential premises in Odisha’s Sundargarh district.
The incident, according to reports, occurred in Goguaa village under the Bonai forest range, where the reptiles were discovered in a well located within the house of a local resident, Ishwar Chandra Sahu. Alarmed by the sighting, the family promptly alerted forest authorities.
A trained rescue team from the department rushed to the spot and launched a carefully coordinated operation. After several hours of effort, all three snakes were safely extracted from the well, one after another, without any harm to residents or the animals.
While the exact species of the snakes is yet to be confirmed, officials said the reptiles measured approximately six to seven feet in length and were highly venomous, posing a significant threat to human safety.
Following the rescue, the snakes were released into a dense forest area far from human habitation, in line with established wildlife conservation protocols.
The incident has triggered concern among local residents, prompting forest officials to urge the public to remain vigilant and immediately report sightings of wild animals to authorities. They also reiterated the importance of avoiding direct contact with such species to prevent potential mishaps.
