- A snake electrocuted on a power line fell 15 feet and became unconscious
- Rescuer Mukesh Vayad performed mouth-to-mouth CPR for nearly 30 minutes
- The snake regained respiration and movement after persistent resuscitation
A wildlife rescuer in Gujarat's Valsad successfully resuscitated a snake with mouth-to-mouth CPR after it suffered an electric shock. The snake climbed a three-phase power line, likely in search of prey, and was electrocuted, causing it to fall approximately 15 feet to the ground and become unconscious. Mukesh Vayad, who has a decade of experience and training from a local snake research institute, arrived at the scene after locals contacted him.
He found the snake motionless and without a response. He performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and tapped its heart area at intervals for nearly 30 minutes. After about half an hour of persistent effort, the snake began to show signs of respiration and movement. It was later released into a nearby forest area after a full recovery.
Watch the video here:
वलसाड में मानवता और जीवदया का एक बेहतरीन उदाहरण देखने को मिला जब बिजली के करंट से गिर पड़े एक सांप को CPR देकर रेस्क्यूअर ने नई ज़िंदगी दी#Gujarat | #ViralVideo pic.twitter.com/q4S7BWg0rT
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Video of the dramatic rescue has gone viral on social media, with many praising the rescuer's compassion.
One user wrote, "Great work mukeshbhai." Another commented, "Good job."
The Indian Rat Snake, also known as Ptyas mucosa, is a non-venomous snake commonly found in India and other parts of South Asia. It's a fast-moving, agile creature that's often mistaken for a cobra due to its size and speed. However, it's harmless to humans and plays a vital role in controlling pest populations, especially rodents, in agricultural areas and human settlements.
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