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Residents report more rattlesnake sightings; officials discuss availability of antivenom
Summary
During public comment residents reported several rattlesnake encounters and asked whether antivenom is available locally; attendees shared anecdotes and staff said they were not aware of broad availability of venom treatment within the county.
Multiple residents raised safety concerns about increased rattlesnake sightings in and around Rosebud County and asked whether anti-venom or treatment is available locally.
One resident said, "We've had 2 that we know of," referring to recent snake-bite incidents. Attendees and committee members shared anecdotal reports of snakes not rattling and discussion focused on caution and personal preparedness rather than a countywide medical protocol. A participant asked whether snake anti-venom is stocked locally; committee members said they did not know of countywide availability and that treatment is costly.
Board members characterized the remarks as local observations to inform public awareness and recommended caution for outdoor activity; no formal policy or purchase of anti-venom was proposed during the meeting.
