ANOTHER POISONOUS COBRA

ANOTHER POISONOUS COBRA

 

A pinkish colour poisonous cobra snake, locally called "swilla". Another cobra  which was seen in the grassy open plots at Chuguni, Bagamoyo is causing serious concern to the residents, particularly those with children. The cobra is said to be black in colour similar to the one which was caught a couple of weeks ago, by "snake hunters".

Another black poisonous cobra snake is reported to have been seen in the dense grassy plot next to residential houses at Chuguni street, old Bagamoyo town. A four-feet cobra was captured in the same vicinity a couple of weeks ago.

Two passers- by have reported that a black cobra snake was seen at the same place where one was captured by expert snake hunters. The snake was taken into custody by the experts and is reported to be under secured conditions. The fresh news of “another cobra snake” has caused serious concern among parents and passers-by.

Two prominent residents along the Chuguni street have taken the initiative to report the matter to the Ward Chairman. It is understood that the empty plots which should have been developed since being allocated, has been neglected. Due to recent heavy rains, the over-grown grass seems to have attracted every kind of insects and including harmful snakes.

The Ward Chairman has taken the initiative to locate the Plot Owners with several options including either to surrender the empty plots to the Government or start developing the area. Meanwhile, if action is not taken immediately, the same “snake hunters” may be employed to capture the dangerous snake. 

Schools are in mid-term holidays and children enjoy playing hide-and-seek in the grassy areas. Although some parents have cautioned their children but it is always safe to get rid of the dangerous animals altogether. A snake bite by a black cobra can cause immediate death or the poisonous spit can cause dangerous consequences to the eyes or open wounds.

Story by Abdul Hai