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A man in Tamil Nadu had a terrifying encounter on what began as an ordinary drive when he discovered a snake hiding inside his car’s side mirror.
The incident, which took place on the Namakkal–Salem Road, was captured on video and shared by the X handle Karnataka Portfolio. The clip shows the reptile wedged inside the side mirror, twisting and wriggling in an attempt to break free. Inside the car, the visibly anxious driver and his woman companion can be heard discussing what to do, worried that the snake might slither into the cabin.
“Fortunately, the driver managed to stop safely, but the situation could have turned dangerous,” the post noted.
The account also used the video to caution motorists, especially during the chilly and wet months when snakes and other small animals often crawl into vehicles seeking warmth or shelter. It added, “Authorities and wildlife experts are advising drivers to check their vehicles carefully before starting, particularly after long parking hours or in areas surrounded by vegetation. Stay alert. Stay safe. A few minutes of precaution can prevent a major scare or accident.”
The video quickly went viral, drawing a flood of reactions online. One user said, “Objects in the mirror are poisonous than they appear,” while another wrote, “Driver should have stopped the car immediately. It would have been dangerous and fatal if the snake flew and fell on passing motorcycles.”
One user shared a personal experience, writing: “This incident happened with me on a bike. I didn’t dare to touch the bike for more than 10 years.” Another commenter admitted they were initially fooled, writing, “I thought he had placed a toy snake there to scare bikers who overtake.”
