Denver7 spoke with wildlife experts who shared safety tips and advice on what to do if you're bitten, as 90-degree temperatures cause rattlesnakes to emerge from their dens weeks ahead of schedule.
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If you encounter a snake and get bitten, experts recommend carrying a marker outdoors. You should draw a circle around the snakebite, note the time, and use the marker to keep track of the edge of the swelling every few minutes.
Morgan Jared, director for emergency services at HCA HealthONE Swedish, said this helps doctors figure out how much the venom has spread once you get to the hospital.
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