Over 900 Snakes Escape Flooded Breeding Farm in Guangxi After Typhoon Maysak

Typhoon Maysak triggered severe flooding in Guangxi, China, causing a reptile breeding facility near Hengzhou to collapse and release over 900 snakes, including venomous king ratsnakes and cobras. Viral videos on social media show snakes swimming in floodwaters and villagers attempting to catch them. At least one person died from a snakebite after roads were cut off, preventing hospital access. Authorities warned residents not to approach the reptiles, as hospitals prepared for snakebite cases. The Guigang Zoo also flooded, leading to the escape of zebras, ostriches, emus, and miniature horses; three lions drowned. Tens of thousands of pigs were swept away, with one rescued by an excavator. At least 39 people died in Guangxi from the typhoon. The area is known for snake breeding for meat and medical purposes. Chinese state media and citizens shared footage on Weibo and Rednote. Snakecatchers were dispatched to the region.