A staff member at Lundy Elementary School in El Paso, Texas, was bitten by a snake this week, and the species of the snake has not been identified, according to a report from The Cool Down. I read the report, which states that the employee had already left for medical care by the time authorities arrived, and the dead snake had been disposed of.
The incident took place at the school, but the report does not specify where on the grounds the bite occurred. No information was released about the staffer’s condition or what type of medical treatment they received. El Paso is in the Chihuahuan Desert, where the most common venomous snakes are western diamondback rattlesnakes, Mojave rattlesnakes, and prairie rattlesnakes, though nonvenomous species such as gopher snakes and bullsnakes also live in the area.
For a homeowner in Texas, a snake bite on school grounds is a reminder to pay attention to snakes around any outdoor space, including sheds, woodpiles, and gardens. If you find a snake and need to remove it, following a few safe steps , such as identifying the snake from a distance, opening an exit, and using a long tool to guide it , can help you avoid being bitten. My guide on 5 Steps to Safely Remove a Snake From Your Garden Shed explains that process.
Professional removal is also an option, and the price depends on the species and location of the snake. In Texas, the cost for hiring a trapper can vary, as maintenance fees for snake exclusion services add up over time. For details on what to expect, I compared prices in my overview of professional snake removal costs for 2026. The primary confirmation of these details came from The Cool Down.
The notice is published by The Cool Down at www.thecooldown.com.
