Mayor's Wife Bit by Copperhead, Community Rallies

0:00Monroe's mayor, Robert Burns, just shared some scary news about his wife Lauren getting bit by a venomous copperhead snake right in their backyard. He rushed her straight to the emergency room at the local hospital where the staff jumped into action and treated her like gold. Things stabilized quick. Her vitals held steady, so they sent her home without needing that risky anti-venom. The community showed up big time with prayers, texts, calls, and all kinds of love pouring in on social media. Burns said they cherish every bit of it and feel the support deep. Copperheads are everywhere in North Carolina. The most common venomous snakes around, blending in perfect with their camouflage. They cause most bites here, super painful but rarely deadly. Just stay clear if you spot one. Burns is keeping spirits high, even joking about getting her some snake skin boots as a tribute. They're not fully past it yet with the pain lingering, but they're leaning on faith and y'all's good vibes to pull through. I'm Corey with The Story.

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