mobanmarketA deadly cobra was on the loose in the German town of Herne on Tuesday, with local residents told to keep their windows closed and steer clear of long grass.
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The metre-long snake, a monocled cobra whose bite can be fatal, has been missing since Sunday after escaping from its owner in the western city of Herne.
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Four buildings in the area where the snake was last seen have been evacuated with residents in the surrounding area told to shut all doors and windows.
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Local authorities said the evacuated buildings will “remain locked and we will be regularly checking for any trace of the snake”.
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“Of course, this is not nice for the residents, but security must come first,” added a city spokesman.
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“We assume that the snake will most likely remain in the building” where its owner lives.
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One method of tracking the cobra involves spreading flour in the buildings under surveillance in the hope the snake will leave a trail.
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Locals should remain vigilant and “if possible, stay on paved paths and avoid walking in tall grass or dense vegetation,” urged the spokesman.
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The owner has already had around 20 other snakes seized from his collection since raising the alarm.
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“We are waiting for a snake experts’ assessment”, added the spokesman.
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