NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 31, 2026Hillsborough
Riviera Independent School District issues rattlesnake warning following two hospitalizations
The Riviera Independent School District has issued a safety alert regarding rattlesnakes on school grounds after two people required hospitalization following bites. Attendees of outdoor events and soccer matches are advised to stay within designated public areas and keep children under constant supervision.
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Residents and families attending school events face a potential health risk from rattlesnake encounters, necessitating changes in behavior such as avoiding restricted areas and keeping distance from bleachers.
Key Facts
- Two individuals have been hospitalized due to rattlesnake bites on school property.
- The Riviera Independent School District has issued an official safety alert.
- The alert specifically targets attendees of soccer matches and outdoor activities.
- Visitors are instructed to remain strictly within designated public areas.
- Visitors are advised to avoid entering areas beneath bleachers where snakes may hide.
- Parents are required to maintain constant supervision of minors.
- The district advises against attempting to touch, capture, or approach any reptiles.
- Individuals who encounter a snake are instructed to move away and notify staff immediately.