Watch: Snake falls on man carrying child at Maharashtra waterfall
Dubai: A family outing at a popular Maharashtra waterfall turned terrifying when a large snake suddenly fell from above and landed on the shoulder of a man carrying a small child. The frightening moment, reportedly filmed at Amboli Waterfall in Maharashtra’s Sindhudurg district, was captured on video and has since gone viral. The footage shows the man carefully carrying the child across the wet,…
A family's tranquil visit to Amboli Waterfall in Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district turned into a terrifying experience when a sizable snake unexpectedly plummeted from above, landing perilously close to a man carrying his young child. The incident, captured on video and subsequently viral, unfolded at the popular waterfall on September 14, 2026.
The man, demonstrating careful composure, guided his small child across the wet, rocky terrain while onlookers stood nearby. The sudden appearance of the snake sent visitors into a state of panic. In the video, screams could be heard as the startled family quickly retreated. The snake fell across the man's shoulder, mere inches from the child cradled in his arms. The snake then slipped from the man and landed on the rocks, eventually vanishing into a crevice.
One person in the footage can be heard shouting, "Run, it's a big cobra," although the snake's species has not been confirmed. Remarkably, there were no reports of anyone being bitten or injured during the encounter. Amboli, nestled in the biodiversity-rich Western Ghats, is a favored monsoon destination renowned for its waterfalls and verdant surroundings. The area is also home to a variety of snake species, both venomous and non-venomous.
The dramatic incident has underscored the potential hazards of venturing too close to rocks, dense vegetation, and crevices around waterfalls, especially during wet weather when wildlife may seek refuge in such areas. Authorities have cautioned visitors against placing their hands in rock crevices or thick vegetation due to poor visibility.
Should a snake be encountered, experts advise maintaining a safe distance and allowing the snake to move away rather than attempting to catch or kill it. Social media users praised the family's narrow escape, particularly given the man's responsibility for a young child during the incident. Despite the frightening moments, the video revealed that the encounter ended without any injuries, turning what seemed like a serene family outing into a harrowing experience.
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