don’t get stung or bitten!. lonomia caterpillar if you are in south america, don’t lean up...
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Don’t get stung or bitten!
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Lonomia Caterpillar
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If you are in South America, don’t lean up against trees!!!
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If you are stung by a Lonomia Caterpillar
• Use something sticky to remove hairs.• Wash stung area with soap and water.• Go to the hospital for anti-venom.
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Japanese Hornet
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Japanese HornetSuggested Prevention
• Avoid getting to close to a Japanese Hornet nest.
• Leave the area of the hive.• Never mess with a Japanese Hornets nest.
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Japanese HornetRecommended First Aid
• Leave the hive area.• Remove stinger with dull edge.• Apply ice• It may sound weird but WD-40 has been
found to reduce pain.
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King Cobra
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King Cobra
• The King Cobra prefers to escape. Do not provoke.
• The King Cobra usually avoids humans.• If you encounter a King Cobra, don’t make sudden
movements.
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King CobraRecommended First Aid
• Make sure victim is out of danger.• Call for help.• Keep the victim calm.• Wrap bitten area with a snug bandage.• Keep bitten area from moving with a splint.• Take anti-venom at the hospital.
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Western Diamondback
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Western Diamondback Rattle SnakeSuggested Prevention
• Walk heavily to create ground vibrations and noise. This will cause snake to flee .
If encountering a snake remain silent and motionless.
Move back slowly if snake has not fled.
Walking Heavily
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Snake Bite Treatment
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Call 9-1-1
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Lie down with bitten area below heart.
• Stay Calm• Keep warm• Remove restriction items like rings, bracelets, and boots. The
bitten area will swell.• Wash bitten area with soap and water.
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Get to Hospital for Anti-Venom