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California seeing spike in rattlesnake bites, 3 deaths reported so far in 2026
California is seeing an unusually early spike in rattlesnake encounters, with 77 calls and three deaths reported. Experts urge hikers and pet owners to keep their distance and take precautions as investigations look at possible environmental causes.
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According to ABC7 Bay Area’s source item, California seeing spike in rattlesnake bites, 3 deaths reported so far in 2026, California is seeing an unusually early spike in rattlesnake encounters, with 77 calls and three deaths reported. Experts urge hikers and pet owners to keep their distance and take precautions as investigations look at possible environmental causes.
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- California seeing spike in rattlesnake bites, 3 deaths reported so far in 2026ABC7 Bay Area - 2026-05-25T22:17:32+00:00
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