The numerous warnings about the number of snakes on the prowl this summer have been given greater resonance by a frightening incident at a Gold Coast caravan park.
A 65-year-old man was taken to Robina Hospital recently after he was bitten by a suspected brown snake in the Mudgeeraba Caravan Village.
The Queensland Ambulance Service has asked residents to be cautious and vigilant as the warmer weather can cause snakes to become more active.
”Snakes are on the move and people need to take care particularly when they are outside gardening, bush walking or using public parks,” QAS North Coast Assistant Commissioner Chris Broomfield told the Gold Coast Bulletin.
He said one of the main things to remember if you are bitten by a snake is to remain calm.
”Immediately dial triple zero (000), stay as still as possible and let the help come to you,” he said.
”You must stay calm, as panicking will cause your heart rate to increase and spread the poison around your body quicker.”
Symptoms of snakebite can range from nausea, headache or blurred vision, through to difficulties in breathing and loss of consciousness.
