Where do SC copperhead snakes go when it gets cold? It’s closer than you may think

In winter, when the temperature drops below 60, copperheads and other snake become lethargic, but aren’t totally asleep.
WYFF

Video captures South Carolina woman being bitten by copperhead; one of 19 victims in Upstate this year

REPORTING. IN OCONEE, WOMAN IS ON THE MEND BUT STILL RECOVERING. A WEEK AFTER SHE HAD A VENOMOUS SNAKE BITE THAT SENT HER TO THE E.R., AMANDA ROSSMAN WAS TAKING HER DOG OUT BEFORE BED LIKE ANY OTHER ...
The State

These 8 SC lakes are the most snake infested in the state

If you enjoy boating or swimming in one of South Carolina’s lakes, you should know this: chances are there are snakes in that water. Might not be venomous but they are snakes nonetheless. South ...
WLTX19

Copperhead sightings surge in August as snakes become more active

COLUMBIA, S.C. — As summer temperatures rise, so does activity for South Carolina’s most common venomous snake: the Southern Copperhead. Wildlife experts say August is peak season for sightings, and ...
The Island Packet

Snake bites surge in South Carolina this year, records show. Here’s how to stay safe

Reports of snake bites have surged in South Carolina, outpacing levels reached in recent years, officials say. Palmetto Poison Center says 266 snake bites have been reported so far in 2019. Those ...