As summer heats up in California, rattlesnakes become more active - slithering onto sun-toasted trails and sneaking into water sources. If you're not careful, the venomous snakes can strike, according ...

Rattlesnake activity peaks April to October in California’s warm, dry areas. Avoid bites by staying on trails, wearing boots and watching where you step. In case of a bite, remain calm, call 911 and ...

It's not every day that you see a rattlesnake while hiking in the Coachella Valley and high desert wilderness, but a sighting is more likely to happen now than at any other time of the year. May 15 ...

California is home to 50 different species of snakes — including seven species of rattlesnakes, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. If that makes your skin crawl, you’re not ...

Snake bites are most common between April and October, and immediate medical attention is crucial if bitten. The survival rate of rattlesnake bites is high with proper treatment, but avoiding snakes ...

SONOMA COUNTY, Calif. -- It's a good thing Halloween is coming, because this story is creepy, especially if snakes aren't your thing. A homeowner in the Northern California community of North Bay was ...

As summer heats up in California, rattlesnakes become more active — slithering onto sun-toasted trails and sneaking into water sources. If you’re not careful, the venomous snakes can strike, according ...