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DEEP DIVE: Staying safe around snakes after NJ women bitten by venomous copperhead

News 12 New Jersey spoke with Steve Lengen, the “NJ Snake Man” about what to do if you ever come across a venomous snake.

News 12 Staff

Aug 2, 2023, 10:52 PM

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Residents in Bridgewater are being advised to take precautions after a resident was bitten by a venomous copperhead snake.

A response team searched the area, but never found the snake.

News 12 New Jersey spoke with Steve Lengen, the “NJ Snake Man” about what to do if you ever come across a venomous snake. He also showed us the three most common snakes in New Jersey.

MORE: New Jersey Snake Brochure from NJ DEP

RELATED: Woman hospitalized with copperhead snake bite in Bridgewater; residents warned to take precautions

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